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Which Amp for Magnepan MG 3.6/R?

Many have asked which amp works best with the Magnepan MG 3.6/R, but I haven't seen a good response yet. Can anyone assist me?

My current short list includes the Classe CAM 350, Nelson Pass X250, Belles 350A, and Theta Dreadnaught II. Which one would you choose?

My system includes: Musical Fidelity NuVista 3D CD player, Klyne 7LX3.5 solid state preamp, a pair of Cambridge SoundWorks Newton P-1000 subwoofers, and Analysis Plus Crystal Oval 8 cabling. I listen to classical music and jazz.

Any help you can give would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
artar1
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owl
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Goldmund
punkawalla
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OK I'm back.
Now Pass 600 in system with big effect. Good dynamic, bass, blue light, everything. I'm happy from desert.
newton
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I've used both Spectral 150 Series I and Bel Canto Evo2 amplifiers. The Evo2 sounded great with it! A big soundstage with detail and solid bass. The highs had good extension. For the money (I believe $2900) a good alternative. Given all of the ideas presented it makes sense to see if you can try any at home.
macdadtexas
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OK, I am about to buy the 3.6's and I currently have my 1.6qr's amp-ed with a Parasound Halo A21. I was considering a Bryston 14Bsst for the 3.6r's, but a friend had me convinced to go to the Bel Canto eVo 4 Gen II. I have not seen any mention of that amp here. Is there a reason? Any comments??
eagle
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I'd try the Bel Canto you are talking about. I read the specs and looks like it has plenty of high current and power for the 3.6s.
Never heard a Bel Canto amp, but suspect it will be more musical than the Bryston from all the reports.
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