I have heard the big quicksilver 135's and they are extremely well built and totally classic tube in all the good ways. I'm told the V4's also give you excellent build quality and similar, albeit less power, classic tube sound as well. The Sonatas really seem to appreciate pure tube... (not that they can't rock hard with good SS) and the flexibility of those V4's really could be fun/exciting/satisfying... I happen to like the EL 34's but it sure would be nice to try the KT88's or 6550's, etc. for a whole different effect. While I can't attest to bi-amping, I will highly recommend bi-wiring as it brings even more detail and definition without ever being fatiguing or overly etched. In fact, the Sonatas are very easy to listen to extendedly with good ancillaries.
Power amp for Silverline Sonata III
Newbie from Australia here....
I'm looking for a power amp partner for my new Silverline Sonata III's.
Pre-amp is a Supratek Chardonnay.
I'm thinking 25 watts is enough (93db efficiency) but more is always nice.
I'm trying to keep the price under control here.
I play all sorts of music from chamber to jazz to trance and most stops in between, no country music though....
Would be interested in suggestions.
I'm looking for a power amp partner for my new Silverline Sonata III's.
Pre-amp is a Supratek Chardonnay.
I'm thinking 25 watts is enough (93db efficiency) but more is always nice.
I'm trying to keep the price under control here.
I play all sorts of music from chamber to jazz to trance and most stops in between, no country music though....
Would be interested in suggestions.
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