Recommended Amp for ML Clarity

[cvj]

The power supply in one of my 25 year old powered Revox Agora B speakers finally bit the dust after a power surge (Bad storm yesterday here in the PNW). Instead of trying to have it repaired (again) I am ready to bite the bullet and upgrade my system. My total budget is approx. $4,000.

I have more or less settled on a pair of ML Clarity speakers but I need a recommendation on a power amp that will work smoothly with these speakers. Pricing around $1000. to keep within my budget, so this rules out anything in the high audiophile range.

Another option would be to purchase the less expensive ML Mosaic speakers, which would leave about $2,000 for the amp. But I really enjoy the sound of the Claritys which I have listened to extensively (My son has a pair of these great speakers).

The sound I am looking for is mellow - not to aggressive on the treble side - but overall balanced. Most of my listening is classical with a mix of symphonic, opera and small recitals - i.e. piano, cello etc.

Any thoughts/recommendations would be most appreciated before I go into listening mode at our local audio shops....

Thanks

cvj

 

[twich54]

cvj, You stated $4000 as budget or was that $1000 for the amp ?? If it's the later maybe you could squeeze a couple of hundred more and look for a nice used Rotel RB-1090, I think it will provide you with the traits your looking for. If I could find a killer deal on a Pass Labs 250.5 I would sell you mine !!

 

[Munster]

I have my clarities paired with a Bel canto Evo 200.2. They can be had used for
about $850 on audiogon.

 

[attyonline]

Rotel RB1080 works very good with ML. 200 wpc at 8 ohms and 300 at 4 ohms gives you all the power you would normally need. Amp sells new for $1,000 but you can get it used for around 7 to 800. BTW, do not compromise on the speaker. The Clarity is noticabley better than the Mosaic and worth the extra money.

 

[Robin]

Power Amplifier for under $1,000.00...

The power supply in one of my 25 year old powered Revox Agora B speakers finally bit the dust after a power surge (Bad storm yesterday here in the PNW). Instead of trying to have it repaired (again) I am ready to bite the bullet and upgrade my system. My total budget is approx. $4,000.

I have more or less settled on a pair of ML Clarity speakers but I need a recommendation on a power amp that will work smoothly with these speakers. Pricing around $1000. to keep within my budget, so this rules out anything in the high audiophile range.

Another option would be to purchase the less expensive ML Mosaic speakers, which would leave about $2,000 for the amp. But I really enjoy the sound of the Claritys which I have listened to extensively (My son has a pair of these great speakers).

The sound I am looking for is mellow - not to aggressive on the treble side - but overall balanced. Most of my listening is classical with a mix of symphonic, opera and small recitals - i.e. piano, cello etc.

Any thoughts/recommendations would be most appreciated before I go into listening mode at our local audio shops....

Thanks

cvj

cvj,

Welcome to the ML Club!
IMHO, if you could audition a Be cano Evo 200.2 or a Pass 250.5 or a Rotel RB 1080 with your Clarity's, in your own home environment would be the best option. Then just "Trust your ears".
Good Luck on your audio quest.

It is good to have you here.

 

[cvj]

First Impressions. Clarity plus Rotel 1080

Based on the recommendations of the forum, I am now enjoying my new Clarity speakers powered by the Rotel 1080.

First impression: Incredible soundstage, transparency and effortless handling of the most demanding recordings...I (as well as my wife/son) am very, very pleased with this investment...and I think it was perhaps fortunate that the recent storm/power surge damaged one of my 25 year old Revox Agora B speakers, giving me the motivation to find a replacement for both speakers and amps (the Revox speakers were powered - tri-amped!!!).

And as the sound of the Martin Logans should get even better as they "wear in" over the next 30-40 hours... further delights await as I explore my 800+ CDs and 4000 Vinyl recordings... ("so little time...so much music")

Now back to the newly christened "Martin Logan Recital Hall" with a suitable libation in hand to celebrate