magnepan mmgs-buy zero autoformers or stands 1st?

You're not being a pain.

The ideas have been presented: an amp that delivers more current into 4 ohms (and lower), or Zeroformers. If Magnepan says not to use 8 ohm taps, then I certainly wouldn't risk trying it.

So, besides those two ideas, I don't know what else to suggest other than searching the member's systems for others who use Maggies and ask them directly for recommendations.

I will say that I don't believe the stands are going to solve your issue with bass performance although they might enhance the sound after the proper solution has been found.

yep, you are right. and despite some opinions, i really believe this amp has plenty enough power and current. i will let the maggies break in first, then decide. it's been 5 days since i've had them. hopefully, all they need is break-in time. i appreciate your advice....

Your speakers may develop a bit more nuance and the bass may "tighten up" a tad but don't delude yourself here.

Earthshaking, paint-peeling bass is not a characteristic of the MMG or any other Maggie for that matter but then again you knew that prior to purchase.

cmon' now, not looking for earthshaking, paint-peeling bass. just tighter on some recordings......

Rather than listen to all these opinions, I suggest that you beg, borrow, or steal a higher powered SS amp and listen to what it does with the MMGs. Then decide for yourself. But don't decide on your small tube amp without even listening to anything else.