Looking for Amp options...

[Bes]

Hi

I have my JMLab 816S speakers hooked up to An Audiolab 8000P and S (old ones from the 80s) but the audiolab seems to be dying a slow death and the GF thinks it's all too big and ugly anyway.

Can anyone suggest a couple of new or used amps that might pair well with the 816S's? This system is for music only.

The 816's are slightly bass light, but quite accurate/ 'quick' speakers so I am guessing an amp on the warmer side might work well? Budget is probably up to £500.

Preferably I would like something that is an integrated pre and power amp if possible as ideally I want to have it out in the room and I don't think the GF will tolerate a '2 box' setup being out. I can put it all away in a cupboard if I have to but cabling will be a bit of a nightmare.

Thanks for any suggestions!

 

[Bes]

The 8000S is the faulty one. Either there is an issue with a dry joint inside or the input selector has gone as it keeps clicking like pi are changing settings. Had it 'repaired' twice now and it's still not right.

 

[Bes]

haha ok thanks. I am going to have a look for an 8000Q that isn't too overpriced then.

It is acutally 'The Audio Cellar' who has fixed my Audiolab before. I think it is pretty buggered to be honest.

Let's just say I did decide to move away from Audiolab, what sort of thing would I be able to get for around the £500 mark that would be an upgrade? Or are you suggesting I am not going to be able to beat the Audiolab pair without spending a lot?

(I notice prices of the old stuff seem to be higher nowadays than they were when I bought my P & S several years ago)