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VTL-IT85 or Classe CAP-151 for magnepan MMG

I am currently using a Classe intergrated with my MMGs. Although the Classe has plenty of power I do find it a little flat, ( maybe lack of tone controls? )remember hearing VTL450's with the 3.6's and was blown away. Considered swapping for the IT-85 for a little more warmth and better soundstage. I've tried placement all over the room and Im using analysis plus oval 12's. Room size is 20 x 24 and a little bright. Any comments or suggestions would be welcome. Thanks, John
velo62
fzxguy
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I had a CAP-150 with my 2.7's for a couple of years... enjoying it before moving on. Keep in mind that 1) the room is a bigger element in the sound than the Amp, and 2) that you need to be happy with your front end before you start changing amps.
rbstehno
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I doubt the Classe unit is causing this "flat" sound. I own Classe gear and they have a warm sound to them, just the opposite of what you are describing. I would work on the room first. When you get the room fixed, try a different set of cables. The oval 12's are the lowest quality of the AP line. Try a set of their "Solo" cables for each connection if you like AP, which is a major step up in quality. Or audition different cables from other vendors.
jsawhitlock
302 posts
 
I too own Classe eq. and I think the problem lies in other areas, the room plays a huge role and speaker placement is most critical. Another thing is the current speaker wire, consider changing along with IC. Another helpful thing would be Tube traps or Echo Busters. Happy Listening
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