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Salk speakers Integrated Amp suggestion......

I've been intrigued by Salk speakers for a while. It seems they receive high accolades from owners and non-owners alike and I'm thinking of putting in an order in for the SS 8's or SS 9.5's. They have an efficiency rating of 86/87.
My question is what Integrated Amp would pair well with the Salk's? I've heard them with the Wells Majestic at Axpona a couple of years ago, and although nice, it didn't blow me away. My budget would probably top out around $10k, give or take. I've been reading other threads and see Audio by Van Alstine mentioned, but no Integrateds.
Do I need a lot of power? I've been reading/looking at Pass, Hegel, Mac, ML & Aesthetixs Mimas to name a few. Prefer SS since I've never dealt with tubes, but am not adverse them or a hybrid. There are so many to choose from but I want something with synergy to the Salk's. Any recommendations?
Thanks.
skoorb824

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Thanks for the insight. I think you're correct with me having a conversation with Jim. I understand someone blindly recommending an amplifier probably wouldn't be the best option, but since I can't hear these speakers before I purchase them I thought a few Agoner's might have a few recommendations of what works for them. Synergy again, with what might work well with the Salks
@decooney691, love the looks of the McGary SA-2, I've just never used tube amps and am a little cautious of them. 
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