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amps for Merlin VSM-MXE

sorry i posted this by mistake in the speakers thread so reposting here...taking delivery of new MXE speakers soon and wondered what would be peoples choice of amp. I heard the new speakers work also well with SS, although my choice has always been tubes.

Given the rise of low cost/high quality components in recent years can someone provide me with a solution for $6k?

I have had the berning and it worked well...just looking for options!
enjoy_the_music

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enjoy_the_music OP
39 posts
 
Cheers guys thats a good start...i'll check out the amps you mention.

Also..anyone heard the Berning TF-10 pre? how would it compare to the newer pre's from Joule, CAT?
enjoy_the_music OP
39 posts
 
Hi and thanks!

I'll scout around for MA1 amps..not so common here in france! Can they be switched to 230v?

Will also be checking out the Music Reference amps as they seem to be well thought of.

did anyone try the Dodd monos?

After having OTL amps its difficult to imagine a nicer sound!
enjoy_the_music OP
39 posts
 
Cheers Monk...yep it seems to be that the CAT and Joule amps are the preamplifiers of choice. Unless you go for Kondo?

I never heard the Blue Circle equipment, its very rare in Europe and maybe difficult to find on the used market at 230V!

But still i'll have a search. Many thanks for your input!
enjoy_the_music OP
39 posts
 
But do you think the ARS is as good as a full Joule or CAT system?

Or 95%?

I thought about the ARS too.
enjoy_the_music OP
39 posts
 
hi David...your system is Joule and Belles?

In what way do you enjoy the ARS? Is the price/performance ratio better?

Richard
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