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Suggestions for low powered tube amps for Zu Omens

I have decided to take the plunge in some type of low powered tube amplifier for my Zu Omen for late night listening. Declare, Oddwatt, Bottlehead, Elekit, are some of names I have researched. I would be appreciative of any guidance/ suggestions you might have. I have no issues with a kit if it keeps the cost down.. actually that even sounds kinda of fun. I also like the idea of buying or building a low powered amp that can be converted to Mono, if I like the sound.
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Thanks!
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Roberjerman does Will Vincent have a website or phone #?
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I was trying to keep it under 1500.00. The Decware SE 34I.5 seems somewhat compelling. 6 watts and if you like the sound you can convert to 2-12 watt monos.
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Bob...
It’s going to take a little more digging to find out how much a kit costs.. but watching the video on the Atma Sphere’s website is cool. Thanks
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For another $1500.00
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My Audio Research LS3 and the STA 200 really sound good together and I have you to thank for that selection.(STA -200) The only issue is gain, but there is a resistor/capacitor fix offered by Audio Research. However the 18 db of gain and 2v output might be more appropriate for a low powered amp. Another reason I'm considering a Bottlehead or Elekit or others is the ability to do double duty as a headphone amp; plus I think a kit might be a lot of fun. I believe Herb Reickert reviewed the Elekit TU8600 for Stereophile and thought highly of it. Bottlehead has the S.E.X. amplifier that might scratch the itch of kit and late night speaker experimentation.
Again thanks to everyone who responds!
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