Personally, I'm a bit partial to tubes with RS-1's. In the $600-$700 price range, you can't go wrong with Mapletree Audio's EAR+ HD. Sure, it's a bit vintage looking, and I may be biased in my recommendation, but somehow Grado cans consistently synergize well with the unit.
I've had one of Whiplash Audio MMM's for about a week now and am really impressed with it, especially in light of the price. He should have some info up on his web page soon, I think.
I don't have the GS-1000's (I have a set on back-order...argh), but I have tried the MMM with my ED9's, HD-600's, HD-650's, AHD-2000's and my DT-990's. It sounded good with all of them and really sounds nice with the ED9's especially.
All in all, a very impressive amp for the price. Will it make me give up my Trafomatic or my GCPH? No. But, for $399 it's a contender, that's for sure.
My $.02.
Peace,
Lee
Disclaimer--I do help Craig at Whiplash Audio out with cryo and wire, however, I have nothing to do with his current amp offerings and receive no remuneration from him if one sells due to my recommendation.
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Originally Posted by vvanrij /img/forum/go_quote.gif Yes the GCHA was recommended before, but its freakin expensive! I can't find the more expensive miller's at that site. I'm not gonna DIY myself, I'm looking for a medium priced (for me that is high prized
) amp, and I don't have any experience with this (only wiring electric guitars!)
Originally Posted by vvanrij /img/forum/go_quote.gif Thanks for all the recommendations, there is a SPL Phonitor coming my way, should be here in a week or two.
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