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Integrated for Green Mountain - Classe, Bel Canto

Opinions please! - I am looking for an integrated amp (used) for my Green Mountain Speakers, these are 4 ohm and pretty efficient - currently using an Arcam AVR-300. Price range is 1000 to 1400, used Amps I am considering:

Classe CAP-150
Bel Canto S300i
Arcam FMJ A32

I do need pre-outs for subwoofer and a remote but other than that no bells and whistles, just looking for excellent sound. By the way, my source is a Monarchy DAC24 tube/SS DAC and Cambridge Audio DVD player for video. No TT.

Please don't provide opinion if you are selling one of these amps!

thanks

drew.
drewh1

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garyralph
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Which model are your speakers? I've had great success with an Eico HF-81 integrated on my EOS HDs. I've wondered how the Manley Stingray, another EL84 tube based integrated would do with them. They can definitely been found used in your price range, have sub out, and are switchable from ultralinear to triode.

I also really enjoyed my VAC Avatar Super with the EOS HDs, but this is out of your budget.
garyralph
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If you are interested in looking into an Eico HF-81, understand that these are vintage amps, almost 50 years old, and must be restored by a reliable technician. They often show up on Audiogon for $800-900 restored. I love mine, but they can be a bit finicky. There's lots of info available online. I would recommend Googling Peter Breuninger's Stereophile article about the HF-81.
garyralph
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Congratulations on your decision. You're absolutely right about Roy. A fantastic guy, who cares passionately about his speakers, and the consumers who purchase them. Enjoy your system!
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