AMC 1030a works with what amp?


My friend is asking what power amp with work better with his AMC CCVT 1030a (2 12au7 and 2 12ax7; Class A, balanced) preamp? He is using AMC CD6b player and Epos M12 speakers. Any recommendations, especially from those who have used AMC 1030a, are appreciated.
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I have used mine with a Parasound HCA-1000A power amp (good match, especially because it has input level controls). The AMC preamp has a VERY hot output. It sounds very good and dynamic without being too bright. I run the input levels just over halfway on the Parasound.

I am currently using the AMC with an ODL HT-2 (which is very similar to the famed Odyssey Stratos). This is a great combo, with improved imaging and bass over the Parasound, but there is no input level control, so the gain is a bit much (this means the volume control on the preamp rarely goes over 9 O'Clock). I may be putting this amp on the market soon...