You are probably going to hear a lot "need solid state with lots of current to drive the Maggies". However I have heard a friends system using Mag 1.6qr and tubes with less power than the Cary and I thought it sounded darn good. Of course we are not talking blasting heavy metal at ear crushing volumes.
Good integrated for Magnepan 1.6qr
Greetings! Due to space considerations, I had to sell my BAT VK3i and will now be looking at integrated amps. I'd like to hear from the community regarding their preferences for a integrated amp to pair with my Magnepans. I'd really like to get a tube integrated and am leaning towards a Cary SLI-80. I know it's probably not the last word in power, but I'm not planning on listening to them at ear piercing volumes. My room is approximately 11x15'. Would a pair of Paul's zero autotransformers help? Any other suggestions? Space is my main concern, I have room for one piece, although height is not an issue, I have a footprint for only one unit. Thanks!