The X250.5/X-1 combo was very good with the 2.4's as long as you were listening to a good recording. Sometimes older, lesser quality CD's were tough to listen to. I'd say an X250.5 with a good tube preamp would be a good combo with the Thiels.
Tubes with Thiel 2.4's
I recently downsized my system. I had been using a Pass X250.5/X-1 combo. I've been using a BAT VK-300x in the interim with very good results. Now, I would like to move to a tube amp or amps. I've been considering the following:
BAT VK-60. Later on I would probably add another. I'm just concerned that the VK-60 would have enough power with the Thiel's.
ARC VT-100 Mk II. From all I have read, this could be a very good match.
Rogue M150's or M120's.
VTL MB-125's.
I am open to other options. I am just concerned about having enough power with any of these choices. I listen to primarily classic rock (Neil Young, Tom Petty, Dire Straits, etc.). My room is 16' x 22' x 9'. I know there are probably better choices with more power, but these seem to be the best choices within my budget. I haven't decided on a preamp yet. I would rather decide on the amp and match a preamp with it.
Thanks in advance,
Vic
BAT VK-60. Later on I would probably add another. I'm just concerned that the VK-60 would have enough power with the Thiel's.
ARC VT-100 Mk II. From all I have read, this could be a very good match.
Rogue M150's or M120's.
VTL MB-125's.
I am open to other options. I am just concerned about having enough power with any of these choices. I listen to primarily classic rock (Neil Young, Tom Petty, Dire Straits, etc.). My room is 16' x 22' x 9'. I know there are probably better choices with more power, but these seem to be the best choices within my budget. I haven't decided on a preamp yet. I would rather decide on the amp and match a preamp with it.
Thanks in advance,
Vic
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