VTL MB-185 & Speakers?

Thanks! I was thinking about running the woofers on a solid state amp. Actually I called Bea from VTL about doing that and got the pitch about having non integration and that I probaly needed the VTL MB450s. Hmmn? So, it I sell me MB 185s and come up with about another $1500.00... Wait!!! Why can't I just try my Luxman M117 on the woofers?

I've never heard that amp, but I would think that a couple hundred watts per channel would be plenty to enjoy those speakers. I use a Bel Canto EVo4 in the bridged mode with good results. However, even when I use it in the stereo mode (200 watts) the sound is good. I've also heard that tube watts have a bit more kick per watt than solid state, so again, I think you have enough power to enjoy them.

However, if the amp has gain controls so you could match it up to another amp then I might consider trying a solid state amp on the bass and the VTL on the mid/highs. I'm real happy with the EVo on my Series 3's, but a digital amp is not for everyone. Hope you figure it out.