tajer Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I currently have my cornwall ll 's sitting on their sides with hereseys on top of them also on their sides woofers to the outside. The four are powered by a '78 Sansui au 11000 integrated amp (115 watt). I have always loved the set up but wonder if a tube amp of less power would sound better, warmer, etc. or to save some doe can I use a tube pre amp with the solid state Sansui? What amps are considered the "perfect" match for all these horns? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazytubepower Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Well nothing is really perfect, however to awnser your question we must know music tastes, budjet, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tajer Posted August 29, 2005 Author Share Posted August 29, 2005 I have gone from Hendrix to Miles to Beethoven in an evening many times... I listen to everything..... Don't want to spend more than $1000-$1500 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwinr Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Are you running the 4 speakers at the same time? Some tube amplifiers sound warm. Like the budget Jolida 202 integrated tube amplifier. You could also consider a rebuilt classic tube amplifier, but whatever amplifier you choose, I suggest you spend some time setting your loudspeakers up properly for your room and run just one pair at a time. A tube pre-amp with a suitable S/S power amp is a great way to go. Although I think you could probably do better than the Sansui. Check out the Juicy Music Website. The Merlin line level tube preamp (around $599) may be a very good option for you. Maybe a Rotel or NAD power amp could be considered if you wanted to keep costs down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coytee Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I've got a Jolida 502B that you can have for $850 (+ shipping). Retail From their website (www.jolida.com) Model JD 502B Construction Details and Features: Fully Integrated Stereo Amplifier: Input 600mV driving 60 watts, maximum 85 watts output. Multiple Inputs: Front mounted selector switch-CD, Tape Recorder, Tuner and Aux (for TV, DVD Player, VCR or Computer). Right and Left Stereo Balance Control: + 50dB at both right and left front panel control. Custom Wound Audio Transformers with a core of German grain oriented silicon steel. 15th generation proprietary design. Secondary can be configured for a 4 ohm or 8 ohm load. Top panel bias testing terminal with bias adjustment controls. State of the Art Components: ALPS audio potentiometer, gold plated RCA input jacks. Low Feedback Design: Only 5 dB. The reasons I'm looking to sell it are several.1. I've got a Peach and I'd now rather have a power amp than an integrated2. I've since acquired a pair of Wright 2A3's and Transcendent SE-OTL's (and now the Jolida is just sitting there)3. Since I'll probably keep the SE-OTL for my low power amp, I might get a brute solid state amp for the punchy one (but still don't want it integrated)There is absolutely nothing wrong with the Jolida, it's a fine amp and sounds very nice. There IS a touch of noise when you rotate the volume knob. Not much, but compared to the dead silent Peach, was enough to annoy me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audio Flynn Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 A big decision making factor is if you use a turntable. If so a vintage integrated is a must try in your research. Fisher, Scott and Ampex have fine phono sections. I do not care for Dynaco phono sections although many people use them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Blacksmith Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 O O O O O I KNOW !!!!!! The answer to all amp questions are JUCY MUSIC AND VRDS!!!!!!! THERE ARE NO OTHER AMPS ON THE PLANET THAT ARE AS GOOD!! I don't know how they do it!! SO MUCH VALUE FOR THE MONEY!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrot Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I currently have my cornwall ll 's sitting on their sides with hereseys on top of them also on their sides woofers to the outside. The four are powered by a '78 Sansui au 11000 integrated amp (115 watt). I have always loved the set up but wonder if a tube amp of less power would sound better, warmer, etc. or to save some doe can I use a tube pre amp with the solid state Sansui? What amps are considered the "perfect" match for all these horns? Welcome to the Forum. First, I'd forget about running all 4 speakers at once. Just play one pair or the other at the same time. You'd probably get better results using a tube preamp with your Sansui's power amp section, rather than using your Sansui as a preamp (if you can do that) with a tube power amp. As Cal Blacksmith recommends above, if you have $599, you can't do better than buying a JuicyMusicAudio Merlin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Blacksmith Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I ....................... As Cal Blacksmith recommends above, if you have $599, you can't do better than buying a JuicyMusicAudio Merlin. [8][][][][] LOL!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddy Dee Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 The only thought I'd have to add to Cal Blacksmith's very good advice... Don't get in a hurry. Sometime in the next few months Juicy Music will have a new offering out.... the Juicy Music Lynx pCAT. If you wait, you'll have your choice between VRD and pCAT amps. [A] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tajer Posted August 30, 2005 Author Share Posted August 30, 2005 Dudes...I know it sounds wierd but having the heresys and the cornies running at the same time is awsome .It approximates the sound of the k horn . I listen to some old vinyl on a vintage bang and olafson turntable. So I need an amp that can run both sets of speakers...the juicies don't seem able. and what's with no headphone jack? Thanks for the help... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Blacksmith Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 The extra large type in my post indicated sarcasm. Making the move from SS to tube is a big one, are you sure you are ready? Lots of cash on hand?[] There are lots of great choices that don't require a ton of money. If you want to go with very good lower cost equipment, Fisher and Scott are great units. They were made as receivers, integrated and separates. There are usually several good units for sale at Craig's (Nos Valves) website HTTP://nosvalves.com/sale.htm He has a nice Fisher KX 100 for sale for $450 if you are looking for an integrated. He also has a pair of Heathkit amps that are slightly freight damaged but fully functional for $375 if you are happy with your current tube pre-amp. There is always Epay but you uasualy need to service anything you get from there anyway so why not start with something you know works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neo33 Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 "O O O O O I KNOW !!!!!! The answer to all amp questions are JUCY MUSIC AND VRDS!!!!!!! THERE ARE NO OTHER AMPS ON THE PLANET THAT ARE AS GOOD!! I don't know how they do it!! SO MUCH VALUE FOR THE MONEY!!!" Value for the money? Really? I thought you have to spend 2 arms and 3 legs for those. []. I guess Paul and company just didn't see the sarcasm in your statement or they just pretended that it is not there. Sometime people just don't know their limits! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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