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Matching Amp to Wilson Sophia 2

I recently acquired Wilson Sophia 2's and am enjoying them but I'm wondering if I can do better in terms of amp matching. I currently use Theta Citadel 1.5's. I would prefer a little more midbass (Sophias are currently closer to the front wall than I would like, but pulling them out reduces body).

These speakers aren't overly sensitive (89db) and run at 4ohms.

I also wouldn't mind a little more midrange bloom (I do like tubes!) but don't want to lose anything in the highs.

Amps I've been thinking about: McIntosh, Pass.

Love to hear your thoughts.
Thanks.
madfloyd
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gerrym5
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ARC Reference 210 for sale on Audiogon would be a killer amp on those Sophia's. Next, but difference sound experience would be used VTL 450 MKII or Signatures for sale.
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cipherjuris
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You might also try them with Lamm M1.2s, which I have driving the original Wilson Sophias with great results.
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elberoth2
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IMO Lamm M1.2 is way overpriced for what it offers.
avguygeorge
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As a Sophia 2 owner; and just having re read the Lamm M 1.2 review I agree re. the price. Now I'm not saying if I had the pair in my house---.( I may fall in love.)
I also had the one's before the 2's. I drove them with a pair of CJ 8's. My present power is the CJ 350 ss stereo amp. This was a big step up and no tube aggravation.-- till I can score a pair of Boulder 1050/or the MBL 9008 pair. (So many great hi-buck monos.)
microstrip
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I second the previous poster - the cj premier 350 is a terrific match with the Sophia's, specially using Transparent Audio Reference cables. The ARC reference 110 is a different option, but equally worth listening to.
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