Which power amp for my Lavry DA11 DAC ?

[bergkamp]

I have got a Lavry DA11 DAC. Its a very decent DAC and provides a pre out.

I am planning to add a power amp directly to its output. Allows me to spend more on a better quality poweramp, rather than go for lower pre+power or integrated options.

Frontend is Dynaudio Focus 220 MKII speakers. These can use a lot of power/current on the tap.

Any suggestions on the amps? Budget is flexible...around the cost of speakers.

Currently my main choice is Plinius P10, but considering all other options.

 

[neo]

What is the kind of music you listen to?
What else have you heard before considring the plinius?
All the best
Cheers

 

[bergkamp]

60/70 rock, electronica, jazz

Have currently got a Rotel power amp and have also heard a Bel Canto. Didnt like either. I prefer a warmer sound.

Cant go for tube amplification as they cant drive my Dynaudios too well.

 

[neo]

I've heard tube & dynaudio combo's & i don't think that tubes can't drive dynas.

Though i've not heard the myself , but as per suggestions of a few of friends,
You should give ayre or VTL power amps an audition.
On a lower budget you can think of arcam or B&k components but they will not be warm & sweet as the plinius. But much better than the rotel.
Have tried the plinius on your set up? What are you impressions, if you have?
All the best
Cheers

 

[magma]

dunno much about power amps
but thats a nice DAC

is quad in your budget

 

[reignofchaos]

With dynaudios, I'd either suggest Plinius or if you wish to spend more - Symphonic Line. The latter matches beautifully with Dyns. I've had many a great evening listening to Contour SEs with a Symphonic Line RG1.

You'd want to upgrade to a dedicated preamp later. Most DAC pres are an afterthought and aren't really worth using. I'm not sure of the Lavry though. But still it'd not be a patch to a high quality standalone pre.