If I had the money and space, these: https://www.audiogon.com/listings/tube-mono-amps-w-c1-teflon-cap-upgrade-l-k-2017-10-30-amplifiers?a... |
OP…. Congrats on the 501s!!! Although my ‘take’ on them and your own differs somewhat, I read you are well pleased. That’s great. I honestly felt they were the more ttransparent of the two listening to them on Mac Speakers. More lively. A tick less colorful than the Big 602 which was IMHO a very good amp.. therefore, didn’t think on 802s it was the best possible fit. Glad it turned out otherwise in your outfit. Listen long and prosper. |
What speakers are you driving? That should be the determining factor. If your looking for nice amp IMHO you should look for a BAT VK-200 for about a $1000 or Pass Aleph 5 for about $1500 take the remaining $3500-$4k and buy some storeable food because when the North Korean (DRPK) EMP hits you wont be able to eat your stereo... |
