What tube amp for watt/puppy V.1's


I am in the market for a tube amp to drive Wilson watt/puppy V.1's. I am currently using a Jadis Defy 7 MK4,
but would like more power. I am considering an Audio Research VT200 MK2. I have also noticed that higher power Jadis amps are selling on Audiogon at greatly reduced prices, such as the JA250 or JA400 (half of the JA800).My preamp is a CAT MK3. Any suggestions or opinions? Thanks
P.S. I am looking to spend around $10,000 to $12,000.
jazz_nut

Showing 1 response by jtinn

Albert: This may be the first time I disagree with you. I tried the Wolcott's on the Wilson MAXX's and not only was there no bass, but the imaging was all over the place. However, when I broght the amps over to a friend's house and hooked them up to Maggie's, it was MAGICAL! I have never heard Maggie's deliver dynamics and focus as I did with the Wolcott's. Great amps, but I do not know if they are good with boxes.

Many of the suggestions above are good ones. ARC sounds good with Wilson's, but I would never buy their product due to their contemptable service. The BAT VK-150SE monos match extremely well as do the Atma-sphere MA2 MKII.2's. The finest amplifier I have ever heard is the Tenor amplifier. While it will not play the WP5.1's at 120db, it will play loud and control both units very well. The sound is glorious.

Good luck!