What ss amp/cables to use w/ARC SP9 MKIII preamp


I like a warm, full tubelike sound, but don't want to mess w/tube amps. My preamp is a 1997 hybrid, I'm using a CAL Icon MKII w/ Powerboss, and Von Schweirkert VR1 speakers. Cables right now are Goertz CU micropurl RCA interconnects and Mapleshade speaker cables. I listen mostly to blues, jazz,"old" rock, and some classical.

What would be the best choice for an amp: PS Audio HCAII, Belles 150 Hot Rod, McCormack DNA1, old Krell KSA 100, ANY OTHERS I SHOULD CONSIDER? I'd like to find something used for around $900-$1200. I'm not located where I can go listen to any of these......

What about reasonable cables to mate: Kimber, Harmonic Tech, Acoustic Zen, OTHERS?

Need help...Thanks
glenno

Showing 1 response by carleton11

The two that come to mind are the Audio Research 100.2 and the Belles.Both amps.are involving and you can listen to them long term with no fatigue. Don't change your cables until you settle on your amp. and listen to your 'new' setup.You might not have to change at all.Good Luck!