Need recommendations for 2 channel Stereo Amplifier

mata7

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Denon AVR-X8500H
Main Amp
Anthem MCA 50
Additional Amp
Sunfire TGA-7201
Universal / Blu-ray / CD Player
Nvidia Shield, Apple TV 4K
Front Speakers
Klipsch RP-260F
Center Channel Speaker
Klipsch RP-450C
Surround Speakers
Klipsch RP-240S
Front Height Speakers
Klipsch RP-160M
Rear Height Speakers
MartinLogan ElectroMotion
Subwoofers
SVS PB16-Ultra Subwoofer, SVS PB13-Ultra
Other Speakers or Equipment
Top Middle MartinLogan ElectroMotion
Video Display Device
Sony XBR-75X940E
Remote Control
Harmony Ultimate One
Streaming Subscriptions
miniDSP 2x4 HD
Hello

I am building a 14 x 16 music room in my basement and am looking for a 2 channel stereo amplifier in the range of $3k- $3500 to go with my new Klipsch Cornwallls 4

If it matters I have also a sub SVS PB16 Ultra

I really appreciate any recommendations If any more details are needed please let me know

Thanks in advance.

forgot to mention I'm in Canada
 

overvolt

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I highly recommend listening PrimaLuna tube amplifiers EVO 200, EVO 300 (all tube, not hybrid).
I use PrimaLuna EVO 400 with DIY Troels Gravesen Faital 3WC-15 speakers (sensitivity: 95-96 dB/2.8V/1 meter, 15" bass driver) - is better than Denon PMA-2500NE, Arcam PA240.
 

Doug Wickstrom

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Benchmark
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Benchmark
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RME ADI-2
Universal / Blu-ray / CD Player
OPPO
Front Speakers
Martin Logan
Video Display Device
LG
Screen
OLED
Streaming Equipment
JRiver ID
Benchmark AHB2

You will not regret it!
 

Randy L

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Have a look at the Marantz Model 30. - If you like smooth detailed airy soundstage goodness with amazing bass tightness and control. It's a preamp and amp acting like separates in one box. Built like a tank, super powerful with a high quality phono preamp covering both MM and MC carts. Simple design, elegant, sophisticated sound. Also has a preout funtionality that can be used for a sub.I have two of them! :) (I am also in Canada and paid $3,300. But there was a $500 price increase recently - Bay and Bloor Radio in Toronto).
 

dsnyder0cnn

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Another +1 for the Benchmark AHB2. Unless you're going for a particular flavor or color of sound, I'm not aware of anything better at that price point.

 

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Class D Audio: SDS-470CS
Additional Amp
Shellbrook Audio Hybrid Head headphone amp
Universal / Blu-ray / CD Player
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Front Speakers
Vandersteen Model 2
Subwoofers
SVS PB-2000
Other Speakers or Equipment
Grado SR 325is headphones
Video Display Device
JVC DLA-X75
Screen
Elite Screen 120"
Streaming Subscriptions
Origin Live Aurora MKIII turntable
Although way below your budget I can highly recommend the Croft Series 7 stereo amplifier. I haven't heard vocals sound so life-like :T
 

mata7

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Preamp, Processor or Receiver
Denon AVR-X8500H
Main Amp
Anthem MCA 50
Additional Amp
Sunfire TGA-7201
Universal / Blu-ray / CD Player
Nvidia Shield, Apple TV 4K
Front Speakers
Klipsch RP-260F
Center Channel Speaker
Klipsch RP-450C
Surround Speakers
Klipsch RP-240S
Front Height Speakers
Klipsch RP-160M
Rear Height Speakers
MartinLogan ElectroMotion
Subwoofers
SVS PB16-Ultra Subwoofer, SVS PB13-Ultra
Other Speakers or Equipment
Top Middle MartinLogan ElectroMotion
Video Display Device
Sony XBR-75X940E
Remote Control
Harmony Ultimate One
Streaming Subscriptions
miniDSP 2x4 HD
thanks guys, I brought the Rotel RA-1592 MKII
 
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