m00n Posted March 13, 2003 Share Posted March 13, 2003 I will contact you. I just would hate for something to happen is all. I do want to wait until I get my belles though... No since in sending me this until I have them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edster00 Posted March 13, 2003 Share Posted March 13, 2003 Okey dokey, but I was going to get in to UPS tomorrow so you could hook the stuff up when the Belles got there. Heck, you could even hook the stuff up to your RF-7s and give that a listen too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt1stcav Posted March 14, 2003 Share Posted March 14, 2003 edster00, that is one very intriging little amplifier...I never heard of the Monarchy SM-70 amplifier. After reading the short blurb I have enclosed, I'd like to purchase of of these: "This system uses high-efficiency Klipsch Cornwall speakers, a CAL Icon II CD player, a Creek OBH-12 passive preamp and a Music Reference RM-10 amplifier (I know -- push-pull). The funny thing about this little experiment was that my good friend Paul had purchased the RM-10 tube amp because he had tried a few decent transistor designs in this system and found all of them to be irritating in extended listening sessions. He felt that the tube amp painted a nicer harmonic soundscape and was much more listenable over the long haul. After I inserted the Monarchy SM-70 into his system, Paul found out, to his surprise, that it was the tube amplifier that sounded harsh by comparison. On loud peaks of vocal works, for example, the sound was decidedly hard and biting when compared to that of the SM-70, which maintained its composure, sounding almost relaxed. We found that we could play the system much louder without fatigue simply because the Monarchy amp wasnt hurting our ears. Additionally, the SM-70 had more extended and better-controlled bass and a wider soundstage. Moreover, the instrumental outlines were much clearer and better focused. Comprehension of lyrics and inner detailing were definitely improved too." Is the SM-70 still in production? Wonder how much this amp goes for used? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edster00 Posted March 14, 2003 Share Posted March 14, 2003 Jim, The Monarcy SM-70 is by far my favorite SS amp for high efficiency speakers (that I have had the opportunity to audition). Monarchy also makes a Pro version of the SM-70 with some upgraded parts that takes it a step higher in performance. Kelly (aka mobile homeless) did a nice review of this amp for the BB. Keep an eye out for used ones on AudiogoN...I rarely, if ever, have seen one on ebay. Monarchy also makes higher powered amps but IMHO the higher power is wasted on Klipsch speakers. Send me an email and I will share more info on purchasing options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.