Integrated tube amp for 91db open baffle speakers

Currently considering:

Cary SLI-80
Audio Space Galaxy 88
Cayin A88T
Melody I880

Preferences and/or something else I should consider

r_burke11-30-2009 10:41pm

nickt Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 172 posts 12-01-2009 at 12:24am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete My vote is for the Cary SLI-80 but you must get the Signature version. What an amp for the money. I had to sell mine cuz my 2 year old son burned his finger the other day. I have not heard the other 3 you had mentioned.
tpreaves Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,681 posts 12-01-2009 at 01:11am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Add the Rogue Audio Tempest II Magnum and the Cronus Magnum to your list.Both are simply outstanding units.Try to audition them if at all possible.
philjolet Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,305 posts 12-01-2009 at 03:33am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete i think the Audio Note Soro SE (18 robust wpc) is the best deal I ever got in audio at around $1500.00 Another good buy is the Manley Stingray which is even more robust
tpsonic Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,092 posts 12-01-2009 at 03:07pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The PrimaLuna PL2 has performed above its' weight-class.My Gallos are 90db/9 ohm and sound wonderful.This unit has also run my 90db/6 ohm OB DIYs with great success.