Integrated Amp to match with Magico A3


Have just ordered a pair of Magico A3, and looking for integrated amplifier to pair with it. As I heard once which had a very disappointing result to pair with Gryphon 300 in a local Hifi show in Hong Kong. Reallly looking for recommendations on matching amplifier. Planned to get a Marantz PM-10, but worried that the single box may not be powerful enough to push the A3. On the other side, some said Hegel H360 with 4000+ damping factor may suit even better.

thank you in advance
eldonfung

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@jakebenton  I think this is a hobby and I’ll never understand why people like you try to take the fun out of it for everyone else.
Your whole response to sinewaveron was well put.
You'll soon learn, there are a few on here who never miss an opportunity to brag about themselves or their uber expensive equipment while demeaning someone else - Whatever Stokes Their Ego.
There are also a good many who regularly give helpful advice, so hang in here with us - we're not all jerks...Jim
@jakebenton Glad to hear your new A3s came in and are working so well with the Hegel.
With all of the good reports, recommendations and overall character and qualities of the Hegel H360, it seems that it would be a sound choice to pair with the A3s
Truly, there are few things more enjoyable than kicking back to good music through a system that brings the heart and sole of a wonderful performance into your home - especially when you can share the joy with a someone special+++.....Jim

@eldonfung Well, still staying at the crossroad between H360 and PM10......
After looking at the specs and reviews of the new PM10, I can see why it would be a real contender in your choice of amps.
Judging from other reviews and recommendations of the H360, as well as Jake’s complete satisfaction with the same combo - I think you would not go wrong either way and, dollar for dollar, be where you want to be.
I’m sitting here with my first cold beer listening to a collection of jazz greats, thinking "how lucky we are, as audiophiles, to have the experience of enjoying the music we love, through the wonderful system/systems that we have spent so much time, money and dedication - to assemble for that single purpose".
Best of luck and happy listening.....Jim