What type amp to drive proac response 2.5


Research so far is giving me conflicting info . Some are saying 200 watt ss is required to obtain best sound from these speakers . Others say tubed gear . Anyone have experience with this ?
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I am using Quicksilver V4 amps to drive my Proac 2.5 and I am very pleased with the results. You can see my system on Audiogon.
The Response 2.5 really sound great with EL-34 tubes. They are also fairly inefficient at 83 db. If you are patient you should be able to buy a used pair of Quicksilver V4 amps in your price range (under $3,000).

In the interim you can power the speakers with something else and sell it when you find a set of Quicksilver V4. That is the great thing about used equipment.

If your room is not large you may not need that much power. What are you using now and what is the rest of your system?

I hope you find a great solution.
The great thing about used equipment is that you can keep experimenting until you get it right, and for a minimum cost if you buy carefully. I think you should buy some tube amps you think you can resell with minimal, if any loss, and see how they sound. Quicksilver or Music Reference would be my picks. Preferably something with an EL-34 tube.
There is a pair of Quicksilver Silver 60 on Audiogon now. I have no affiliation and do not know the seller. I just saw the ad.