[braker218]

So I am about to purchase a K340, and have a couple questions about which amp I should get. I have heard that these are very hard to drive, so this is why I am a little concerned. Currently I have a milliet hybrid on the way. Would this be a good fit for the K340? I could sell the hybrid, and buy something else in the $250-300 range as well. If you don't think the millet hybrid would be good, could you recommend me something else in this price range (preferably tube)?

 

[jbloudg20]

For that budget, I would look at a M3.

 

[a1rocketpilot]

The Millett hybrid may be too underpowered to bring out the K340's potential. The M3 is a good amp for this phone. It can output plenty of power (remember it can be used as a speaker amp too!) and will easily drive the K340's.

Aditya

 

[BushGuy]

You should be thinking Prehead MK II, or for running them balanced consider a Lavery da10.
This is an instance where you need to sell the Millet and save to do it right.

 

[iSleipnir]

You should do a search there was another thread somewhere about it. My reccomendation was the Bottlehead S.E.X. amp.

 

[n_maher]

Quote:

Originally Posted by braker218 Currently I have a milliet hybrid on the way. Would this be a good fit for the K340?

No, in my experience the Millett doesn't nearly have the balls to drive the 340s. Quote:

If you don't think the millet hybrid would be good, could you recommend me something else in this price range (preferably tube)?

Very slim pickings for tubes under 3 bills. I'd second the rec of the M3, except there isn't currently anyone building them. Your best bet may be to look for used DIY stuff. I really enjoyed the 340s out of a PPA, but others have not been big fans of this combo.

My 2¢,

Nate

 

[braker218]

Has anyone tried the K340 with the Corda HA-2 (Mk I or II)? It is supposed to be very close in sound to the Prehead, which is supposedly one of the best amps for the AKG's.

 

[mrarroyo]

Both my Musical Fidelity X-Can V3 ($300 used) and Mapletree Ear Purist + HD ($600 new) drive my K340 wonderfully.