SS integrated for Proac 2.5 - Plinius or Unico?


I am runnng Proac 2.5's with ARC tube amplification (LS-7, VT-50). They sound great, with accurate tonal balance, extended lows and wide soundtaging. I am thinking of switching to a SS integrated amp to avoid the heat and hassle of maintaining tube amps. Is there a SS integrated amp that has a presentation similar to what I am getting with the ARC combo? Oh, and I also want a phono stage. Considerations are Plinius 8200 or 9200 or Unico. I've heard the MF A300, and it has nice tonal balance, but is not as transparent as the ARC. Suggestions?
bcman
I think that it may be hard to match the synergy of ProAc speakers with ARC pre and power, but for my office system, I wanted a very conservative, classy look, and I ended up with all Arcam FMJ components (FMJ A22 integrated, FMJ CD23T player, and FMJ T21 tuner) to drive my Tablette Reference 8 Signatures. Your 2.5's may require more power. I don't have experience with them. But as far as making for a nice SS amp match-up with ProAc's, I am very happy with the sound of the Arcam equipment. Of course, I still prefer the sound of ARC with ProAc's.

Tom.
I am driving my D15 with the new int Copland hybrid CSA 29. I had demoed it with a Primare a30 and opted for the Copland. The Copland gives good seperation, definition and focus.

perdanav6
Hello BCman. Probably a wise idea to audition the ss stuff in your system before pulling the trigger here. Try upgrading to an Audio Research sp-8 preamp with a phono stage first. A whole higher leaugue altogether.