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Virgo II owners: What amp to buy?

I currently run my Virgos with a Symphonic Line tube pre-amp and I'm looking to partner that piece with a new (or used) amp. I bought the Virgos based on a listening experience I had at a Stereophile show in Los Angeles. If I remember the Virgos were paired with a Rowland integrated. I've been trying to recreate that sound ever since (yes, I know I should have bought a Rowland integrated but unfortunately did not). I love my speakers but they can sound a bit bass shy at times and an amp that "rounds" the sound a bit and maybe adds a little warmth would be a good thing. That said I would hate to give up the soundstage and clarity the Virgo bring. Any thoughts?
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turek
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Try the Channel Islands D200 mono block amps. I also own a Symphonic line tube preamp (Great preamp in my opinion!)and I think the Channel Islands amps work very well with it.
I used to own a Symphonic line Kraft 250 amp and I sold it after trying the Channel Islands Amps. They are $2300.00 per pair new and they offer a 30 day money back trial period.
I think the Kraft was a little smoother sounding and the Channel Islands is a little more detailed in my opinion.
Anyway, you have nothing to lose trying them.
Please let us know what you think if you try them.
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