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Amp For Sopras

I’ve been running a Bryston Cubed amp with my Sopra 1s for a while, but it’s time to move to an amp that downplays the occasional Sopra brightness. Preamp is a Spatial Audio Raven. Audience speaker cables. Budget up to about $10k. Solid state preferred but I might consider something mildly-tubed if there’s such a thing. Pass Labs and the new AR S-100 come to mind. Mac and big heavy amps do not. I prefer a decent amount of resolution. New over used in most cases. What else works well with these speakers?

jaybe
jaybe OP
863 posts
 

@jasonbourne71 

I guess we have different ideas about what qualifies as good sound. And no explanation of how that addresses the issue. But thanks.

zlone
1,344 posts
 

Coda comes to mind. What are your source components?

hk_fan
631 posts
 

Michi S5 is worth your consideration.

jaybe OP
863 posts
 

@zlone  @hk_fan  Thanks.

Which Coda?

What makes these amps a good fit?

hk_fan
631 posts
 

They are extremely smooth, detailed and open.  They have huge power reserves but are light on their toes - very quick.  I heard zero top end aggressiveness while listening to the Michi which seems to be what you're trying to improve.

I'm not that familiar with your particular Bryston amp so you should try to listen for yourself in your home if possible.

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