I would pair a Prima Luna tube amp with a Prima Luna tube preamp. System synergy is key.I wish I could, but my rack just doesn't have space for two 8 inch tall devices. And my apartment is very limited so a taller rack won't work either. One of either the preamp or poweramp needs to be like less 6.5 inches tall :(
Need some Tube and Class A SS Suggestions
I recently purchased a pair of Spendor D7s and am just loving these speakers. I have them paired with a musical fidelity KW 500 integrated. The combo is super fast, tight, and dynamic. However, the Spendors can be a bit too revealing in the high frequencies given a harsh or bright recording. This has me headed down the rabbit hole of tube amplification and possibly Class A SS. If the lowest bass is not as tightly defined I'm ok with. It actually may be too tight and defined at the moment. Added warmth in the upper bass would be fine as well. And if I'm going to upgrade then maybe it's time for separates too!
Here are the power amps I'm considering:
I'm curious to hear if any thoughts on what I've picked out already and if there are other units worth looking.
Thanks!
Here are the power amps I'm considering:
- Primaluna EVO 400
- Pass Labs XA25
- Line Magnetic 805IA
- Schiit Aegir Monoblocks - the price is just too good.
- Rogue Audio RP-5 and RP-7
- PS Audio BHK Preamp
I'm curious to hear if any thoughts on what I've picked out already and if there are other units worth looking.
Thanks!
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Other than the XA25 mentioned above, I recommend you check out the Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista 600. I listened to it recently with Spendor D9s, a very pleasing result. I imagine it would sound just as good with the D7s if not betterInteresting suggestion. My Musical Fidelity has similar tubes in the preamp as does the the Nu-Vista 600. I wonder how similar they sound. |
I know a person who drive D9 with Line Magnetic 805 SET amp with satisfaction. https://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/spendor-d7-speakers.717289/page-12#post-23429895 His nickname is "Freesole" |
Violins always sound a bit screechy to me. I much prefer the cello. So maybe I’ve never heard a properly set up system. How sensitive are the D7 to off axis adjustments? Can you tweak your toe in until they’ve settled a little more? One of the handy features with Primaluna (that I never thought I would use) is the switch on the fly ultralinear/triode remote. I’ve used it with both Dynaudio and Zu speakers for recording specific flavor adjustments or just if I’m in a mood. The Spendor D7/D9 are on my short list of must audition. I bought a Primaluna with that in mind for someday. (A plan that is now on temporary hold.) |
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