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What SS Amp for TAD-150 Tube Preamp?

Hi,

I am thinking of getting TAD-150 Tube Preamp - as it has remote, Sub-out and phono stage. As I have a kid ready to crawl I am thinking of Solid State Amp to go with it.

Can you please suggest a SS amp for ~ $500 used to go with TAD-150 Tube Preamp.

I am looking for microdynamics at low listening levels.
Driving Von Schweikert VR1 Stand mount 89db with sub.

Best Regards
Sunil.
saisunil
saisunil OP
22 posts
 
I have read / heard a lot about Plinius 8200 MkII Integrated but almost nothing about Plinius 8200p Poweramp. Is there any reason? Does anyone know? I'd imagine that 8200p power amp should be in the same league or better than its integrated counterpart.

Also I am getting concerned that McCormack DNA amps are 7 to 14 years old - wouldn't the performance of amps such old be affected - due to wearing of capacitors etc?

Regards
Sunil.
mezzrow
90 posts
 
You might consider a Belles 150A or, for a couple more bucks, the Hotrod 150A. Great amps and right around your price range.
saisunil OP
22 posts
 
I ended up getting matching TAD-60 tube power amp with TAD-150 for the value if offers, I could get anything half decent in this price range in separates. Thanks all.
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