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Robert Lee recommends Triode Corp, but...

In conversation with Robert Lee of Acoustic Zen, I learned that he recommends Triode Corporation's amps and integrated for synergy with his speakers.

But...those amps are few and far between on the used market. I've put out a wanted ad for a power amp or anintegrated rated at 35W or more (Lee's advice for my Adagios).

In the meantime, can anyone offer a similar sounding tube amp/integrated under $3K that would mate/meld well with the AZ Adagios?

I'm running an LSA Statement integrated fed by a Jolida JD9 phono pre. The LSA is golden and is rated at 150W. It's a tad dry, but nothing to really complain about as I consider it a beautiful integrated. Still, in this hobby there's always the exploration avenue.

Thank you - and happy holidays!

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simao
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simao OP
656 posts
 
Tom, thank you for the suggestions! 

To specify, what about an SET amp or integrated that puts out more than 25w? Also under $3K used? And holds up well against the LSA?

or is that a pipedream? ? 
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wig
831 posts
 
Line Magnetic 518 or 508IA is nearly identical but at half the cost of Triode; I'm using 508 IA which is a 48 Watt SET and drives my Crescendos beautifully...

Wig
steakster
720 posts
 
I was using 50w p/p triode monoblocks with my Adagios for several years. Great tone - except they never commanded mid-bass punch and down. For classical, jazz, singer/songwriter, it wasn’t an issue. For R&R, reggae, etc, it was was. I suggest auditioning before purchasing. I moved on to a SS Class A.
mb1audio02
188 posts
 
Used BAT VK-55 or similar, ARC VT-100, VAC PA series, used CJ.
jeony
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I am using Cary 805AD for AZ Crescendos. They are great together. You might look for older 805 for under $3K.
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