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Title: amps which one
Post by: georgeh on March 17, 2015, 07:43:06 PM: I bought a used pair of Tyler Acoustic H4's
Now I need an amp. Looking used, but maybe new. Krell interest me. But open for suggestions
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: noahbickart on March 18, 2015, 12:21:45 AM: Get two of these:

http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/2200.html
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: scb on March 18, 2015, 10:50:43 AM: Quote from: georgeh on March 17, 2015, 07:43:06 PM
I bought a used pair of Tyler Acoustic H4's
Now I need an amp. Looking used, but maybe new. Krell interest me. But open for suggestions

price range?
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: georgeh on March 18, 2015, 03:45:02 PM: around $1000 price range. I should go with one that has more bass then high's, pretty healthy tweeter in the H4's

Outlaw is on the short list
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: georgeh on March 18, 2015, 03:51:55 PM: thinking of avoiding tubes, could be integrated....
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: raymonda on March 18, 2015, 09:45:30 PM: I know you said you do not want to go tubes but Tyler often showcase their speakers using tubes and Rogue is their preferred amp of choice. So, coming from the manufacturer that is a good endorsement.

For solid state I would go with Classe. Look at their ca100, 150, 101, or 151. Your preamp of choice may ultimately be more important than your amp choice.
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: georgeh on March 20, 2015, 05:42:45 PM: Thanks, was thinking the pre may be tubes, rogue looks good for that option. Ty mentioned Krell for amp, I do like their amps. Going crazy reading reviews, and searching options. Coda for sale on ebay, but $$'s are limited. May just have to eat pbj's for a while and drop some coin.
Audiogon has been my main site for searching
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: raymonda on March 20, 2015, 11:52:49 PM: Just remember, the sound of a krill varies greatly depending on the vintage and or model. However, that can be true for many brands that have been around for a while and have used several different designers and or owners. A Krell ksa50 or Ksa 100 iare the cats meow. But Krell also made some dogs too, their kst models.

Don't just drink from the well research and listen.
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: jlykos on March 22, 2015, 07:14:46 AM: I have heard great things about the Rega Brio-R. Solid-state integrated that is in your price range.
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: raymonda on March 28, 2015, 08:15:34 PM: There are 2 Krell ksa ' s that are posted over at audiogon. One is an 80 and the other is an 150, both are pure class A and are, arguably, the best design that came out of Krell during Dan ' s ownership.
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: boyacrobat on March 29, 2015, 12:12:48 AM: jlykos re brio r its a good amp but shit - its rolled off on both ends giving a strong mid presence
if you like bass stay away from it -its not a smooth decay due to roll off
a month ago after 2 years of it I swapped it out and put a spare class d dta-100 amp in
as a test listen and its still there-brio r can kiss my arse with its rolled sonics
anyone wants it throw me an offer.

the dta-100 has a warmer smoother sound than the brio-r and im using class d amp and am amazed at what it does
for 100 bucks that's what I recommend

giorgo apo Australia

g
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: georgeh on April 02, 2015, 09:28:22 AM: thank you all for input.
I purchased amp Anthem MCA-20

looking very hard at floor model pre Audio Research SP17 (used for $2600) this purchase I really have to think about.

yes...I blew away my $1000 budget.....!!!!!!
Guess I could live on pbj's for awhile
Title: Re: amps which one
Post by: OOK on April 06, 2015, 01:33:23 PM: Quote from: georgeh on April 02, 2015, 09:28:22 AM
yes...I blew away my $1000 budget.....!!!!!!

Guess I could live on pbj's for awhile

But you will be listening to some sweet dinner music.... Peace OOK