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Integrated amp for Eggleston Andra II


Currently I'm using a Sonic Frontier Power 3SE+, SF Line 3SE+ and Modwright Transporter with my Andra IIs. For the summer, I'm looking for a SS integrated amp that could drive my Andra IIs. All the tubes in my system can get too hot in the summer to enjoy the music.

Can someone recommend a SS integrated that can drive the Andra? I'm thinking Pass INT-150, Gamut DI-150, Rowland Continuum 500 and McIntosh MA7000.

Thanks!
knghifi
tvad
9,467 posts
 
I'm not going to purchase an XA-100.5 in order to purchase Andra II speakers.
There comes a time when enough money has been spent on amplification and
speakers, and the XA-100.5/Andra II combo would be over the limit of what
would allow me to sleep at night.

I'll instead search for a more sensitive, higher/flatter impedance loudspeaker
that can be driven by the XA-60.5.

Thanks for the information.
peterayer
1,373 posts
 
Tvad,
That's a good decision. In fact, I am thinking about a more efficient speaker in my sytem too. Something around 90+dB. The Rosa just seems to lack big impact with horns and drums. And I think the issue is speaker/amp matching. I want to keep my Pass amp/preamp combo and explore speaker options.
matrx
13 posts
 
I think you should look into the ASR Emitter II Exclusive B. This amp will easily drive your speakers. It's one of the most musical amps around. However, if you are still intereested in speakers, I have a pair of ESP Concert Grand Si speakers available. They are too large for my room since we moved. I've used them with Pass a while back and later with the ASR. What an awesome combination!
f1a
196 posts
 
Tvad:
The Reference 3A Grand Veena may meet your requirements...
tvad
9,467 posts
 
The Reference 3A Grand Veena may meet your requirements...
F1a (Threads | Answers)

Yes, they would in most respects.
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