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Efficient Speakers with SS Powered Subwoofers for SET amps?

Been loving my Martin Logan Expression 13a but I need my tubes back. Been enjoying low powered SET amps again and would love to use them in my primary setup. Currently running a Woo Audio WA5 that is doubling as my headphone rig. Will probably end up with something else in the near future. 

Trouble is I'm having a tough time getting off the powerful authoritative bass coming from the Martin Logans and their 300 watt class D 10 inch woofers. I've seen the Zu Audio definition's with their powered woofers but I'd like to spend less. Ideally under 10k. Looking to run the tubes for all the mids and highs with solid state running the lows. 

I realize I could simply run a separate dedicated sub but an all in one package is more appealing and space is a concern.

Can you guys make any recommendations?

Thanks!
chrisallen

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chrisallen OP
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@charles1dad Thanks for the advice I'll check them out
chrisallen OP
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@soix Thanks for the input as well, perhaps I'll rethink my approach
chrisallen OP
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@rodge827 Room is about 15x20
chrisallen OP
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I think I am actually going to pick up a Line Magnetic 518ia to play around with so I will have a few extra watts. The Golden ears seem really interesting but I can't get over their plain jane looks. Will certainly read up on all of the other recommendations though. Thanks guys!
chrisallen OP
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@rodge827 I've heard the Omegas before and I wasn't a huge fan of their sound. I was using a Cary 300 SEI at the time and they just didn't have the punch and dynamics I was looking for. I'll check out those amps though.
chrisallen OP
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@larryi  Yeah I've been hearing good things on the Rethm speakers. I particularly like how they designed the Bhaava. It's really nice to see a fresh take on what a speaker should look like. The idea of using a full range driver for its entire range and then a sub to prop up bass impact seems like a great idea. I hear Voxativ is coming out with something similar in the near future. 
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