Atma-Sphere S30 MKII

in the S-30 you can just pull power tubes. My speakers work fine with 3 per channel, but they are about 97 db 1 watt/1 meter. The output impedance does get raised so with certain speakers you might introduce a coloration.

Thanks Ralph. I think I'm going to use the M60s as is and just enjoy the music. To my ears your amps and Merlin VSMs are about as good as it gets. Looking forward to the 3.1 upgrade.

how would the s30 work with a 16 ohm load?

Selling an older model s30 was one of my biggest mistakes in 35 years in high end hobby, and I've swapped out a lot. Great amp, if you have enough ventilation in your room.

Rontaylor, the Atma-Sphere S30 should be fine with a 16 ohm load. I've been told that it's ideal loading is 12 ohm and 16 should be no problem. The only possible challenge is if the load drops deeply somewhere along the frequency spectrum. The best answer will come from Ralph at Atma-Sphere. Give him a call him and tell him what speakers you will be using.