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Solid state amp for Totem Model 1`s

Howdy folks
just wondering what kind of solid state amps people are using with their Model 1`s...I`m currently running tubes (modified Cary SLM 70`s)...wanted to try something different. Besides, they`re too damn hot in the summer (no air conditioning). Was considering McCormack, Edge, Sim, Pass (Aleph series?) but am open to any suggestion.
Am using a Modwright SWL-9.0 with the tubed power supply as a pre....my room is smallish, and I can`t crank it, but feel I need something that controls the bass better, and has the current to push these speakers - the dynamics are restricted.
thanks!
josephwol
dgaylin
255 posts
 
Agree with the need for juice with Totems I used Bel Canto amps to power my Totem Forests and Model 1 Signatures with pretty good results.
meiwan
399 posts
 
I suggest an Exposure 3010s2 or Creek Destiny. Both offer over 100 wpc and a nice tight sound. I'm using the former with Aerial 5's, which are a tougher load than the totems.
nieuwen
60 posts
 
I have a Naim Supernait for my Totem The Ones. Lovely. 80 watts. It is not just the quantity of watts, it is the quality. Naim supplies watts that are high current. I believe Totems use Naim amplifiers in their factory to test quality control, FWIW.
jrinkerptdnet
430 posts
 
used a Rowland Model 1 with the Totem 1's many years ago ... great match! I believe Sim Audio used to voice some of their amps with Totems so these should be excellent as well.
adam18
670 posts
 
Totem speakers sound really nice with Naim electronics.
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