ezduzit2500
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Too many good ones to specify "most recommended" so I'll suggest a topology/design and sound quality characteristics instead. IMO: Any amp that is...Most recommended amp for the Arya on this thread please??
1) Moderately powerful (~2 watts or better);
2) "Discrete or hybrid" (ie: no THX or IC chip type amps);
3) Class A or Class AB;
4) Balanced topology (for more power, lower noise floor, and better stereo separation (or SE for lower cost);
Sound Character:
A) One that is revealing and has good timbre - but is not annoyingly bright or harsh.
A lot depends on your budget also:
(mid-range and upper mid-range amps)
1) Schiit Asgard ($250) - single ended, Class A/AB, discrete, good power, the minimum SQ I'd pair with the Arya;
2) Schiit Jotunheim ($399) - Balanced, Class AB, discrete, powerful;
3) Gustard H16 ($399) - Balanced, Class A, Hybrid discrete (discrete components and IC opamps);
4) Singxer Sa-1 ($599) - Balanced, Class A, fully discrete, can be direct current coupled for better performance;
***5) I put asterisks here to denote the used market. Very good deals can be had on high end amps for a lot less than new. I bought a Gustard H20 discrete Class A balanced amp for about $475 - it retails for ~$950 - it is personally my best amp so far.
6) High-End amps - too many to name. All are great but which one you choose depends on your personal SQ goals and/or sound characteristic preferences. Others with more experience in the High-End can chime in. Good hunting...