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CAT SL1 + JL2 or JL3 compared to Lamm L2 + ML2.1

Hi,

Does someone compare those two brands, which are known for building "natural sounding" components.

I love Lamm ML2.1 with Kharma speakers : 3.2FE or Exquisite Mini, but other matched I've heard with Wilson WP8 or Maxx2, biger Kharma...are not so good.
ML2.1 is a great amplifier, but not enough power to drive some speakers.

So, do CAT, with JL2 or JL3 (last model) will be at same level ?

Thank you for sharing your experience.
davidri
pubul57
3,712 posts
 
I think the CAT amps are as good as any amplifier made - in that I have not heard one better. The JL2 should be able to drive just about any speaker load, but I would ask Ken Stevens for his opinion regarding the speakers you are considering. The JL2s 100 Watts of CLass A Triode should have no problem. I've not heard a better amp and it would certainly challenge almost any SS amp in the bass department.
rothmanbrad
34 posts
 
agree with above comment..second that
pubul57
3,712 posts
 
By the way, if I am not mistaken, I believe Ken owns a very expensive pair of Wilson Speakers, so I would expect there would be great synergy between the CAT and the Wilsons. Frankly, you are talking about some of the best stuff made with either brand - you cannot go wrong with either, unless your Lamm 18 watters just can't drive the speakers.
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