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Tube Integrated for Von Schweikert VR4 Gen III HSE

Hello. I'd like some input from anyone using a tubed integrated amp with Von Schweikert VR4 Gen III HSE loudspeakers.

Considering a KT88 based integrated, but I'm also open to SS suggestions.

I'd like to hear from real world users.

Thanks in advance.
tvad
sherod
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Sorry, I meant to say Lamm LL2 preamp.
tvad OP
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Sherod, I don't necessarily need to stay with VAC amps. I looked at the Avatar, but in it's present configuration, I don't believe it has the stones to drive the VR4 HSE. One thing I really like about the VAC Phi is the ability to run it in triode. It has more power in ultriode, but it has more sweetness in triode.

I'm considering a McIntosh SS amp or integrated amp as an alternative.
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dennis_the_menace
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i'd be really interested to hear your thoughts on the Mac vs. Vac... tho i have a gut feeling about how that comparison will fare
gunbei
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Hey Grant, how about this beauty? I know it's tubed, but man!

http://cls.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?intatube&1149247597

Hello Sherod and Steve my old friends!
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dennis_the_menace
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yo dean! you're right about that mac, it's sweeet looking. who knows what it sounds like tho... :)
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