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Amp for Martin Logan

I just purchased a set of Ascent i speakers and a Decent sub from a friend that moved up to Summits. I have a Resolution Audio Opus 21 and Cat SL1 mkii pre. I am looking for an amp under $2K. I love tube mids but don't think I can afford a tube amp that will drive the Logans. Is there any SS amps that can give me the mids and still drive the highs and bass? Or how about a tube amp in my price range? Any suggestions?
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dennis_the_menace
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VTL ST 150 would do it and sound magical. i've heard VTL + Logan, and it's a sweet match
pal OP
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Would the VTL have enough power for the MLs? They dip to a little over an ohm in the highs.
audiofankj
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I am using the H2o Audio Signature Monoblocks - they were designed to drive the Apogee Scintilla's which drop to under a 1 ohm load. They are currently driving my Martin Logan Summits very nicely now that the speakers are finally breaking in. I am using a pair of the M250SA's.

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dennis_the_menace
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yes pal, altho they dip to 1 ohm at high freq, there isn't a lot of musical infromation at that freq.
pal OP
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I decided to try the VTL ST 150. I purchased one here on audiogon. It should arrive early next week. I am hoping it will sound great. Thanks for all the suggestions.
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