The quest for power


I would like to get some ideas from others to what solid state amp you either run or would suggest running with a Sonic Frontiers Line 2 pre-amp. I recently purchased the Line 2 and am now on the hunt for power to hook it up to. I would like to stay with solid state or hybrid power amp just to avoid dealing with the expense of a bunch of power tubes etc. Line 2 output impedance is listed at 300 Ohms balanced & 150 ohms unbalanced. Room size is 25' long x 15' wide x 8' high. System & speakers are located on the long wall and spaced 10' apart and only slightly off the wall. Seating/listening position is 10' from centre distance of speakers. Mostly listen to blues (SRV to Keb'mo), female vocals (D.Krall, E.Cassidy, H.cole), new counrty, older rock and just a pinch of clssical.
Budget for amp is in the $2000 US range or $2500 Canadian as I'm in Vancouver BC (less would make the better half happier).
Associated equipment:
Cary 308 CDP solid state version
Sony C601 CD changer for party nights or background music
Paradigm Reference Studio 60V2 Speakers (89db)
Paradigm Servo-15 Sub
Nothing special for speaker, power, or I.C. cabling at this point and will upgrade as needed.
The Line 2 and new power amp would be replacing old NAD 7100X receiver.

Any input and suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
wizard454

Showing 1 response by kr4

Rotel RB1080 is a superb match for the Studio 60/V2. See my comments at: http://www.stereophile.com/amplificationreviews/608/index.html

Of course, it is well under your budget. Another option is a used Moon W-5.

Kal