Best amp for Magico S5's?
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What about Classe' CA-M600's?
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Already sold.
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Do you have anything left Mike? Did you have to scrape everything from all your systems together to be able to listen these days? You're a man on a mission. Bring on RMAF!!!
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I tried multiple amps with my S5 (CJ350, Hegel h30, VAC450, Constellation Centaur). Constellation was best by a wide margin. Woke up the woofers and added delicate sweet transparency. If on a budget would buy the Hegel and call it a day.
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Thanks Darin.
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Here is my short list:
VAC 160i
Devialet 170/240
Accuphase e-460
D'Agostino Stereo (with CP800)
I want the VAC....but tubes, no tube cage (I believe), kids....don't mix. But oh boy, I bet that would sound sweet.
Devialet - reactions are mixed....long break in....but Magico and Devialet is a common pairing (so is VAC).
Accuphase e-460 - probably the most logical choice with built in DAC and Phonostage.
D'Agostino Stereo - one of the recommended amps to pair with the S5's by HiFi News.
VAC 160i
Devialet 170/240
Accuphase e-460
D'Agostino Stereo (with CP800)
I want the VAC....but tubes, no tube cage (I believe), kids....don't mix. But oh boy, I bet that would sound sweet.
Devialet - reactions are mixed....long break in....but Magico and Devialet is a common pairing (so is VAC).
Accuphase e-460 - probably the most logical choice with built in DAC and Phonostage.
D'Agostino Stereo - one of the recommended amps to pair with the S5's by HiFi News.
Both great choices.
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I'd also be interested in the Accuphase e-560 with its class A sound. I know the E460 is rated with more power but does it really have more oomph ?
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Great point. A friend of mine has the S5 and a 25 watt Class A integrated (Vitus) and says its terrific.
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I think Accuphase and Dag would be on my shortlist for the S5...
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For the S5's I think Accuphase would be great !!
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I would choose tubes for this application. I think it would warm up the highs. Add a bit of smoothness to the top.
I auditioned the S5 with Vitus SS101. I think your Vac would be a better choice.
I auditioned the S5 with Vitus SS101. I think your Vac would be a better choice.
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Great suggestions. Thanks guys. I'm curious about the Devialet on the s5's too.
I have the E-560 at home right now ... still boxed. Give me a week or so, and I will try this combo.
There is also an interesting, 25 WPC class A Vitus integrated which is worth a try.
I have heard the Devialet with Magicos (but not the S5) several times at shows, but I was never impressed.
The MSB S200 is also hard to beat - especially for the price. I have loved it on my S5s ... but moved to MSB monos since
There is also an interesting, 25 WPC class A Vitus integrated which is worth a try.
I have heard the Devialet with Magicos (but not the S5) several times at shows, but I was never impressed.
The MSB S200 is also hard to beat - especially for the price. I have loved it on my S5s ... but moved to MSB monos since
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I have the E-560 at home right now ... still boxed. Give me a week or so, and I will try this combo.
There is also an interesting, 25 WPC class A Vitus integrated which is worth a try.
I have heard the Devialet with Magicos (but not the S5) several times at shows, but I was never impressed.
The MSB S200 is also hard to beat - especially for the price. I have loved it on my S5s ... but moved to MSB monos since
Hey Adam, Please give us a little write up on your experience owning the S5's !!