The routes you are considering are both viable and will provide the additional headroom necessary for Watt Puppy's.
I would add to your search list the newest Wolcott Presence mono blocks. These have a new wide band coupling transformer, and are computer biased.
The output stage uses eight EL-34 tubes and will produce in excess of 240 watts per channel. This circuit would provide excellent dynamic contrast and very deep bass response for the Wilson.
Perhaps of greater importance, the damping is user adjustable via a dip switch and rotary knob on the rear panel. This allows you the ability to match the speed and control of the drivers to your listening level and room modes.
There is also the possibility of quite a bit of tube swapping, should the factory supplied tubes displease you. Every tube, (Re: 6922, 6GW8 and EL-34), is sensitive to selection, and there are lots of aftermarket choices for these types.
Last, these mono blocks are well within your budget. Silver finish with the upgraded transformers have a suggested retail price of $8995.00.
I would add to your search list the newest Wolcott Presence mono blocks. These have a new wide band coupling transformer, and are computer biased.
The output stage uses eight EL-34 tubes and will produce in excess of 240 watts per channel. This circuit would provide excellent dynamic contrast and very deep bass response for the Wilson.
Perhaps of greater importance, the damping is user adjustable via a dip switch and rotary knob on the rear panel. This allows you the ability to match the speed and control of the drivers to your listening level and room modes.
There is also the possibility of quite a bit of tube swapping, should the factory supplied tubes displease you. Every tube, (Re: 6922, 6GW8 and EL-34), is sensitive to selection, and there are lots of aftermarket choices for these types.
Last, these mono blocks are well within your budget. Silver finish with the upgraded transformers have a suggested retail price of $8995.00.