Amp for Sopra no2

Welcome!

Budget?



Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I replied twice but neither one worked I hope I am not doing something wrong.

Thanks I am very glad I found this forum.

I would like to stay under 3 grand but the cheaper the better. I don't mind going used but I have no clue what to look for.

Thanks

I know this is Mike's territory, but you might want to take a look at this Odyssey Kismet on Audio Circle. I have one of the exact same amps. Unusually low price seems to be a the result of a small ding on the right rear corner of the chassis case which you would have to walk right up to to see. If it bothers you I'm sure Klaus would sell you another chassis cover, but I would just touch it up and play on.

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=141762.0

Welcome to the forum, we are glad you found us too. :hey:

Jack said:

I know this is Mike's territory, but you might want to take a look at this Odyssey Kismet on Audio Circle. I have one of the exact same amps. Unusually low price seems to be a the result of a small ding on the right rear corner of the chassis case which you would have to walk right up to to see. If it bothers you I'm sure Klaus would sell you another chassis cover, but I would just touch it up and play on.

Click to expand...

Do you know the wattage there seems to be a few models and I have no clue what I am looking at?

Thanks

MicroMega M1?? Or maybe a devialet 120 if you can stretch the budget a little. I've never heard the micromega but have extensive use of devialet/focal and it's very good.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The Kismet is 160 wpc at 8 ohms for the stereo version. Easily pushed the 83 db Vandersteen Treo.

Any of the Odyssey's will drive the Sopra's with ease @ 91db. Ever thought about tubes??


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

MicroMega M1 is what I would recommend. I've heard the combo. It's wonderful.

It would replace your preamp, DAC, etc. as well.

How big is your room? If it's not too big, Pass XA30.5 or INT-30A (integrated) would be wonderful and it'll stay under 3 grands. And don't let that class A 30 watts rating fool you, it has >100 AB watts in reserve.

griffithstrife said:

I replied twice but neither one worked I hope I am not doing something wrong.

Thanks I am very glad I found this forum.

I would like to stay under 3 grand but the cheaper the better. I don't mind going used but I have no clue what to look for.

Thanks

Click to expand...

Hegel or Naim would be perfect

1. Pharaoh Integrated Amplifier



185 WPC/8 ohms 350WPC/4 ohms
- Pure tube mu-follower preamplifier
- Slow-start automated logical turn-on
- Green design with extremely low power consumption
- Standby 6W, 1/2 Power 235W, Full power 435W
- Damping factor > 1000
- Three pairs of line level inputs
- One pair phono inputs, mm/mc with 40/60 dB gain
- One pair balanced XLR inputs
- Adjustable phono loading (custom values available)
- Tube driven 1/4" headphone jack
- Massive high storage linear (!) power supplies
- Mundorf EVO oil coupling caps
- Precision components throughout
- 39 pounds/45 pounds shipping weight
- 18.25" wide x 18" deep (incl. posts and knobs) 6.5" high
- Fully tested, burned-in, and auditioned
- Detachable IEC power cord
- Entirely designed and hand built in the USA
- 3 year limited warranty (6 months on tubes)

2. Union Research Unico Secondo



Output power: 100W RMS on 8ohm 200W RMS su 4ohm
Frequency response: flat @ 10Hz- 0.5dB @ 100kHz
Input impedance: 50kohm // 47pF
Input sensitivity: 375mV
Input stage: Pure A Class. Double tube stage ECC83/12AX7
Output stage: Dynamic A Class double POWER MOSFET complementary pair
Inputs: 5 line unbalanced, (1 phono optional), 1 line balanced
Line Outputs: 1 tape, 1 sub (volume controlled)
Outputs connectors: 4 + 4 bi-wiring
Damping factor: >50 on 8ohm
Feedback factor: 8dB
THD: <0.5% @ 1kHz, 100W su 8ohm
Power consumption: 400W max
Dimensions: 43.5cm x 13cm x 43cm
Weight: 15kg

Hey guys thanks so much for the suggestions very overwhelming. But I think I have narrowed it down to 2 both are way out of my budget.

But first I need something with cinema pass through at least that's what I think it's called. My room is 10 by 12 and half.

I am moving from a pair of Axiom M80s I know big jump so I really want to do this right and not half ass it.

My 3 top choices right now is the Devialet 120, MicroMega M1 and a used Vac Sigma 160i.

I Think I can cross off the Micromega, so my main concern is my room is small and I don't know if the Vac will cause a lot of heat. Plus I worry about Hum. My concern with the Devialet is power I think it should be more than enough but I don't know.

Thanks again for all the input guys.

The VAC is going to put off heat especially in a room that size, whether or not it is a concern depends on where you live and how much tolerance you have for blasting the A/C and the subsequent power bills. At what point did we go from power amp to integrated/all-in-one unit?

Jack said:

The VAC is going to put off heat especially in a room that size, whether or not it is a concern depends on where you live and how much tolerance you have for blasting the A/C and the subsequent power bills. At what point did we go from power amp to integrated/all-in-one unit?

Click to expand...

I live in Texas so heat matters I don't know when it changed. I am still open for suggestions.

What are you trying to accomplish with this system and what other gear are you bringing to the party besides the Rotel. This info will help so that we can tell what you have that is workable and what is not. I for one don't like "all-in-one" solutions that include the digital component as that changes every couple of months and will again soon as the new chips from ESS, AKM, and others that were announced at CES become available for use. If possible keep your front end and your amp separate. If space is an issue there are many more than ever half sized components available.
I am in the Florida Panhandle so we face the same heat challenges. At my house the tube amp goes into the system in November and comes out in April. There is nothing wrong with Class D amps as long as they are good ones with the amps modules mated with a quality buffer board. If you like the sound of the Rotel with the Sopras then just find a higher developed Class D strategy. There are several options available. If you don't like the sound then look in another direction. Like your Sopras my Nola KO's tell you plenty about what is in front of them.

I have a rsx-1560 and am using an oppo 103. But plan on, Using my desktop for music. I am 50 50 movies and music

Congratulations on choosing a fantastic speaker.
The Sopra No 2 is a gem - give it quality amplification and it will shine.

Focal uses Lavardin amps at a lot of shows. Superb gear.
Don't get fooled by their humble power ratings.
Their integrated models can be found used for $2 to $3k.

If you can wait for something on the used market ...

Are you just doing 2:1 for both or are there other speakers that need to be taken into consideration. If the later it becomes complicated.