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Int. Amplifier with Focal 807W Speakers

Looking for the Integrated Amplifier that would have good synergy with the Focal 807W Speakers. My preference is smooth jazz.

So far I've tried with Simaudio NEO 250i - No details, just the bass. Arcam A19 - Slightly better details but the highs
were muffled. NAD C356 - Great sound, the only problem was
the volume gain. I barely could move the Volume knob from the
minimum and it would be too loud.

I would really appreciate your opinions.
topten
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georgehifi
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EJR1953, On the Focal Sopra's, I just found graphs for you impedance and phase, the - phase angle is not too bad, but the real measured impedance is quite tough, from 80hz to 120hz it's 2-3ohms, so a good 4ohm solid state with good current ability is a good idea for these to get good controlled dynamic bass.

Last two graphs in this link.

http://www.soundstagenetwork.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1445:nrc-measurements-focal-sopra-no2-loudspeakers&catid=77:loudspeaker-measurements&Itemid=153

Cheers George
schubert
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A 4 Ohm amp will blow sooner ot later with a 2-3 ohm load .
IMHO never buy an amp not stable to 2 ohm.
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czbbcl
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You haven't mentioned a budget but I would recommend a PASS INT-30A.

Chuck
topten OP
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Czbbcl

I could stretch up to $3000.00, but that would be maximum.
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georgehifi
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Topten, my first post gives you your best type of intergrated amp to drive your speakers top to bottom without compromise, as I've pointed out in detail, for 2k to 2.5k.

Cheers George
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