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Advice Moving from Tube Integrated
I would try a Plinius 9200. Plenty of power and a very fluid sound. I just sold mine to buy a set of JC1s but I have Magnepans and they like a lot of power. The Plinius did a nice job on the 3.5s. 
SS. amp. for vandersteen 3A-signatures
I know the Parasound A21 would fit your needs. I have not heard it personaly but have listened to the JC1s. I have heard it is pretty good. Maybe someone who has listened to the A21 can chime in. 
VTL 5.5 or Aesthetix Calypso
Sounds like the VTL should be the way to go. Anyone know if there is a significant difference between the older and newer units? 
Parasound JC1s better using balanced inputs?
Thanks for your responses. I am looking in the price range around 1500.00 used. I will definatly be looking for a balanced preamp. I was considering the belles 21A or maybe a pass 2.5. I would love a JC2 but that is out of my price range for now. ... 
What does more power do for Magnepans?
Thanks for all the input! I do use two sets of cables to biwire and the speakers sound very good. You know how this hobby is, I wonder what if? The P8 would be a perfect match for the 9200 to bi amp but I probably don't need it, but who knows I mi... 
Tube amp for Magnepan 3.5 with autoformers.
Thanks for all the input. I spent a couple of hours with my buddy finding the best speaker placement and that improved the sound. After finding the right location we put the spikes on the MYE stands and that also provided better focus. I like the ... 
The CD you most listened to back in 2007 ?
Patty Griffin-Children Running Through. I saw her live and have been hooked. Great voice! 
Speakers that mate well with Plinius 9200
I have seen a few posts that say Dynaudio have a good synergy with Plinius. I can not affort the 3.4 right now, are there any less expensive models that sound good? 
Speakers that mate well with Plinius 9200
Which Totems would work in a room this size? 
Speakers that mate well with Plinius 9200
Would the 9200 drive Magnepan 1.6s? 
Speakers that mate well with Plinius 9200
I want to spend under $2000.00 used. 
What tubes does a Joule Electra LA150 MKII use?
Thanks Clio09. 
1 tube glowing blue?
Thanks for the info. I can now listen without waiting for a POP! 
rowland 102 reviews? ice powered
I have used the 201 monos and found them to be very neutral and revealing. They will give you what they are given. They are awsome amps! But they will reveal any shortcomings in your system. If your system is up to par, they one of the best SS amp... 
VTL ST-150 MB-450
Anyone else have an opinion?