NEW AMP...NEED HELP

[admin_exported]

I'm looking to purchase a new amplifier for a set of wharfedale valdus 500's which are large floorstanding speakers.

Looking to spend up to £300, preferably around/under £200. Ideally looking for second hand amps with a lot of power which will not overheat during extended listening at extreme volumes.

Is the arcam alpha 9/10 a good choice? Nad 370 etc? audiolab 8000a? any other suggestions?

Want high fidelity at normal levels but also something which can play loud without complaining. My current amp overheats often.

 

[the record spot]

See also the Harman HK3490, the Cambridge 650A, the Harman HK980 too.

 

[Anonymous]

Arcam Alpha 10 all the way; superb, powerful amp with a great soundstage and will withstand a number of upgrades!

It was a £900 retailer in its days and still stands its ground well.

Much better than the HK & Cambridge Audio amps IMO

 

[Big Chris]

...Although I think you'll struggle to bag one for under £200. £300 should do the trick though.

I got an Arcam A85 for £285 a couple of years back.