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The right amp for Martin Logan Ascents

Okay folks, somebody give me some good suggesions for good amps to mate with the Martin Logan Ascents. Experiences don't necessarily have to be with the Ascents, just recent models (SL3s come to mind) . The setup will server double duty in a home theater, so it's SS for now. Here's a list of current considerations:

--Spectral DMA 150 (possibly an older model)
--Aragon 8008BB (IMO this amp is incredible for the price)
--Plinius SA-100
--McCormack DNA-125

Any input would be appreciated.
mredel

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audiokinesis
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Of the amps you list, I'd go with the Plinius. I own and sell electrostats, and in my experience the Aragon is a rather steely-sounding amp when mated with electrostats - I really don't think that would be a good choice. You want something a touch on the warm side if anything, and of the amps you list, that would be the Plinius.

I sell the InnerSound amp, mentioned by a couple of people here, and it can probably drive any electrostat on the planet. Clayton Audio amps are also quite nice. I generally recommend tubes for electrostats, but Clayton and InnerSound are exceptions to that rule, and sound better than some very well respected tube amps I have owned.

Best wishes!
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