I just wanted to chime in on amplification. I purchased Mani-2's after listening to countless speakers in dealer show rooms. The speakers are just amazing as mani have noted here. In fact, all totem speakers are amazing when compared to the competition in there price range. Choosing the correct speaker I believe is more about the size of room you plan to put them in as well. Anyhow..
When I brought the Mani's home I wanted to cheap out on amplification. For a year or so I suffered and was not happy with my purchase. I then took the plunge and tried out Ayre V1XE and Levinson 436. These speakers need CURRENT. Wow is all I can say. Completely different speakers. I am unbelievably happy now. More closer to bliss I would say. The combination of Mark Levinson 436 and Totem Mani2's is breathtaking. Litstening to music is a comletely emotional experience now. I don't see myself changing anything ever. Perfect for me.
When I brought the Mani's home I wanted to cheap out on amplification. For a year or so I suffered and was not happy with my purchase. I then took the plunge and tried out Ayre V1XE and Levinson 436. These speakers need CURRENT. Wow is all I can say. Completely different speakers. I am unbelievably happy now. More closer to bliss I would say. The combination of Mark Levinson 436 and Totem Mani2's is breathtaking. Litstening to music is a comletely emotional experience now. I don't see myself changing anything ever. Perfect for me.