I have used speakers that are very close to yours(85db, 6ohms.) The Harbeth SHL5's and now the M40.1's. The Manley Snappers were killer good with the smaller SHL5, but IMO not enough juice for the bigger M40.1. The VTL's have worked out great for me with the M40.1. I would put both on your list if looking for nice, affordable and very good sounding tube amps.
Tube amp advice
I am thinking of trying out tube amps. My current amps are Kharmas (MP150). My speakers are Wilson Benesch and they are not an easy load (sensitivity is 86 db, impedence 6 ohms).
So, it would seem I will need a pretty perky tube amp. Some research has shown me that the EAR 890 and the Rogue M-150's are good values in my general price range, are well regarded, and are powerful enough to drive my speakers effectively.
Any thoughts on how these two amps compare? Any thoughts on other amps that might work well?
Thanks in advance.
--dan
So, it would seem I will need a pretty perky tube amp. Some research has shown me that the EAR 890 and the Rogue M-150's are good values in my general price range, are well regarded, and are powerful enough to drive my speakers effectively.
Any thoughts on how these two amps compare? Any thoughts on other amps that might work well?
Thanks in advance.
--dan