Hi, the system in my small study consists of the Audio Physic Step SLE monitors and the Plinius 8150 integrated amp. I've had this setup for 6-7 yrs and have not had an urge to change it. It plays music. The soundstage is well-defined and three dimensional. I've had a number of different digital sources in this setup, and this, IMHO, is the major factor affecting soundstaging and musical reproduction. Having said this, I do not know how the Mac amp will interface with the speakers. I would try an in-home audition before you put your money down, or at the least, consult with the dealer for his/her advice.
Audio Physic with Solid State Amp
somewhere along the way, i got the impression that audio physic products work best with tube amps, and lose much of their legendary soundstage and imaging ability with solid state amps. however, i have a mcintosh 402 power amp and a mcintosh c2200 pre amp, and i am wondering how well AP products would work with this system. as my listening space is fairly small, i am most interested in the new spark or the new tempo, and possibly the padua.
i would like very much to hear from those of you who are using solid state amps with their audio physic gear. any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated.
i would like very much to hear from those of you who are using solid state amps with their audio physic gear. any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated.