The Wilson speakers have always been friendly to tubes; if you look at what Wilson employees are using, expect to see tubes.
Its a good idea to have an amplifier with some power behind it. The larger ARCs, CAT, Manley as well as our own amplifiers get plenty of use on the MAXXs. I recommend something with at least 150 watts for best results, but it should be an amplifier built with the best intentions possible- the MAXX is a great speaker and it will easily show off limitations in the amplification. If you deal with that properly, you will have an outstanding setup.
Its a good idea to have an amplifier with some power behind it. The larger ARCs, CAT, Manley as well as our own amplifiers get plenty of use on the MAXXs. I recommend something with at least 150 watts for best results, but it should be an amplifier built with the best intentions possible- the MAXX is a great speaker and it will easily show off limitations in the amplification. If you deal with that properly, you will have an outstanding setup.