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Class A or AB Solid State Integrated Amp for Spendor D9's - Coming from Tubes

So I'm looking at getting a solid state Class A or AB integrated amp to go with my Spendor D9's and my Lumin T2. I strictly stream and do not have a turntable setup. I'm coming from my Line Magnetic 805ia which I love (will still keep it around but turn it on for those times where I want to listen to tube and not drain its life on watching TV) but I would still like to find a warmer/sweeter sound rather than a sterile, ultra-analytical sound. Some that I have considered include: 

  • Luxman 590AXII
  • Accuphase E800
  • Diablo 300
  • Boulder 866
I have not heard the Diablo or the Boulder in person because there aren't any dealers in the WA area but I hear great things. Any thoughts or help would be much appreciated! 

Thanks!
freesole
freesole OP
159 posts
 
I would go the Diablo also, if anything they have that non fatiguing, slightly darker Class-A sound.

Here’s a great review.
https://www.whathifi.com/au/reviews/gryphon-diablo-300

Thanks for the input! I look forward to trying the Diablo. The Class A output is very intriguing as I do like a more warm sound, coming from tubes. 

The D9s are such an easy speaker to pair with different amps and get great sound; good choice on speakers! :)   Good luck, it shouldn't be hard to find a nice match...

Thanks man. They do sound good no matter what I throw at them. They seem to especially love tubes and warmer sounding amps though (to my ears). 
drrsutliff
933 posts
 
I agree as the Gryphon Diablo 300 is my choice to acquire when I decide to replace the VAC/Ayre combination I currently use.
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dave_b
3,159 posts
 
Krell k300i...sublime Class A and delivers beyond it’s specifications!  
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alaindexe
75 posts
 
I have a pair of Spendor BC1 with the matching amplifier sold by Spendor. Those amplifiers we're made by Exposure. I hope this helps...
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