Small balanced monoblocks


I have Meadowlark Heron i speakers, with a Wadia 830 front end, BAT 3i pre, and SS amps. I have a small, lively room the system is set up in, and am looking for suggestions for monoblock amps that would likely fit in. Any suggestions are appreciated, with $6000 tops new/used my ballpark for now.

Matt
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Look into the Monarchy Audios. There are 3 or 4 models that are all pysically very small. I had a pair of SM-70's running in fully balanced mode and I couldn't believe how good they were. I paid $700 for the pair used in perfect condition. For more power and improved overall performance, there is the SM-70 Pro, then the 100 deluxe, then the awesome 160 deluxe. All are a bargain, and Monarchy's owner, CC Poon will give a discount if you buy direct. See the website at www.monarchyaudio.com.

BTW, I sold the SM-70's to a tube fan and he loves them. This is one of the most tube-like SS amps he's ever heard.

Enjoy,

TIC