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Tubes or SS Amps for ML Requests

I recently purchased a pair of Martin Logan Requests and I am on the hunt for the best amp(s) for the job. I would like the
warmth of tubes but the authority of solid state. I've read many reviews and comments, and now I'm a little confused.
What are people using on their Requests? And Why? I would like to spend around $3k-$4k on used equipment. Please Help!
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timo
610 posts
 
I don't own a pair of Requests, however, I have had some experience listening to them with both solid state and tubes. My conclusion: I recommend tubes, especially the ARC VT 100 Mk. II stereo amp.
schiss76e8
5 posts
 
Tubes really sound great with the ML's. However, the more
power you deliver, the better the bottom end sound.
I originally drove my ReQuests with a CJ 11a which worked OK
then I went to CJ 8a's (cj 11= 70wpc 8a=275wpc)the difference was nite & day.
objective1
95 posts
 
driving mine with a ML 334...ultra xl biwires....they sound pretty good to me...I've always heard , and very much enjoyed the levinson logan combination...just to put this in perspective...I liked the Quad esl 63's and spectral gear...they had the same transparency and midrange 'yum' of the logans...just lacking the bass available on the ReQuests
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