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used power amp under 1500

I started with a great system and I managed to downgrade it to an OK sound through a lot of trades, sales, questionable decisions and shrinking budget. (No regrets, it's been a fun journey.) I ended up with very low sensitivity, hard to drive speakers and now I need more power. Will 100 Watts be enough and is it OK and safe to buy used? Any brands that are a good value at $1500?

parkergetdean
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parkergetdean OP
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thanks @mihorn! 

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tomic601
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Another vote Aragon 

parkergetdean OP
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I can only go by what I see

  • Aragon's web site has no prices and links to resellers who don't list Aragon on their website
  • Schiit website has a weird tone, we are not friends, don't list insulting questions/put questions in my mouth that make me look like an arrogant, ignorant jerk. You can make your points without assuming the worst about the customer

It does not mean that they couldn't be great amps, just makes me a little cautious. 

 

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hilde45
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I like the Rogue idea.

You might consider Van Alstine.

Considering your price range:

New: https://avahifi.com/collections/power-amplifiers/products/np1-power-amplifier

Used: This: https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650276264-audio-by-van-alstine-vision-set-400-stereo-power-amplifier/ 

or this https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650280745-audio-by-van-alstine-ava-vision-set-120-power-amplifier-single-ended-transistor-amplifier/

Belles: https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650263524-belles-reference-150a-v2-tm-upgraded/

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