2. amps-preamps
  3. 1062644901

What amplifiers should I consider ?

I am purchasing a set of Hales Revelation 3 speakers, and believe my Acurus DIA 100 MK II Integrated Amplifier is going to be somewhat "challenged." I intend to purchase a more powerful amplifier by Christmas, but am limited to a budget of perhaps $1500 US. Obviously, I will be looking used, but I am looking for opinions on what amplifiers to consider. Current thoughts include the PS Audio HCA-2, the Aragon 8008, and the Marsh A400S, but I am open to suggestion. Perhaps some Hales owners can give me feedback on what they are using and if they are happy with their current systems?
kberg373

Showing 1 response by lrsky

lrsky
1,118 posts
 
Belles, is great sounding gear. More sophistocated to my ear than the Marsh, and more musical, whatever that means. Mr. Belles hand wires the units personally. Talk about hand made!
The Hales I heard were a little forward sounding in the high frequencies, so the combo of the new 21A preamp (with a couple of tubes, and the 150A would probably do well for you with those speakers. And it should fit in the price you mentioned.
IMHO, as always.
Good luck and good listening,
Larry
More to discover