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Maggie 1.6QR amplification questions

Sometimes I feel as though I'm abusing all of you, but I've got so much valuable feedback from all of you out there already, it would seem a waste not to tap into when needed.

Anyway, I'm "patiently" waiting for my Magnepan 1.6QR's to come in. In the meantime, I'd like to finalize my amplification situation for these speakers. With a budget of $1500 at the most, which ss stereo amp will be the best mate for these speakers. Currently have an Anthem MCA 20 which I really like. Is this a good match already or would one of the following be better.

Odyssey Stratos with upgraded caps, used Bryston 4B-SST, PS Audio HCA 2, or your suugestions please.

Thanks so much!
beatlebum
hasse
230 posts
 
I second the DNA-1 (dlx). A great match with my MG3.6/R´s.
beatlebum OP
183 posts
 
Well, I believe i've narrowed my choices down to Odyssey Stereo Stratus, Odyssey Stereo Stratus monoblock or the McCormack DNA 125. Any final considerations for me out there?

Thanks,

Tim
ramstl
342 posts
 
Before you make up your mind you should really consider Classe'. I've been running Maagies for almost 20 years and I have found that Classe' gives you enough amps to move these speakers in the bass, real high end sound and at a price you can afford. If you buy a used CA 100 or 150 for around $550 to 900, you can get a match that will keep you up nights listening!
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phasecorrect
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My dealer uses Bryston with Maggies...Bryston are know for deep bass extension...and this strength plays well with what many consider the Maggies only weakness(I disagree as Maggie technology has improved)...at any rate a buddy went with the Bryston b-60 intergrated, Maggies 1.6, and REL sub...all I can say is...WOW! I also heard the Maggies on NAD Silver edition power...at that too sounded better than it should have any right too...good luck
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