Amp Suggestion for Harbeth C7es3


Any suggestions for budget amps that work with C7s?
I'm sending my Joule Stargates in for a service next month and will need a replacement amp while they're away. I need to spend under $1000. Maybe one of the Pass Alephs? Or budget low power tubes? I'm using only 18wpc now. I don't listen very loud and it's mostly jazz and folk.

Thanks in advance!
dhcod

Showing 1 response by bojack

My experience with the MiniMites on my Spendor SP2/3s (an easier load than your Harbeths) was not enough headroom. They reached a ceiling fairly quickly where they became compressed. With my 90db Fried A/3s, they were a bit more friendly, however. I would opt for the older Mid Monos used (also owned those) with much more grunt with more iron.