That's the same response that the pairing with the SLI80 had, and they noted the brightness, but I have heard these speakers sound great with tubes. I'd really like to hear from people who are using the speakers in that setup. Reading theoretical measurements isn't exactly what I was looking for.
Spendor S8e Amp Suggestions.
I'm looking to buy a new amp - likely tubes - to drive my Spendor S8e's. I've heard these speakers really sing with as little as 50 watts, so I'm comfortable that an amp with between 70 - 100 watts would do fine. For those of you driving the older style SP series speakers, please keep in mind that the S series is a very different animal. Could anyone comment on the following amps as mates to these speakers:
Cary v12 series - I've read that the SLI80 integrated is NOT a good match, but haven't heard anything about the V12.
ARC VT100 series
Mac MC275V
Any of the Prima Luna monos.
Any other great suggestions. Pre-amp is yet undetermined. I'm rebuilding this around the amp and speakers. I'll figure out the pre next. Thanks!
Cary v12 series - I've read that the SLI80 integrated is NOT a good match, but haven't heard anything about the V12.
ARC VT100 series
Mac MC275V
Any of the Prima Luna monos.
Any other great suggestions. Pre-amp is yet undetermined. I'm rebuilding this around the amp and speakers. I'll figure out the pre next. Thanks!