Audio Research VT60 good match for SL3 Panels?

[malcesine]

hi all ML experts!
I have the chance of a vintage ARC VT60 power amp (50-60 Watts, 6550 Valves) to power the panels on my ML SL3's (bass is handled separately via SS amp)
I currently have a Kora Jupiter Power Amp (40-50W and EL84 tubes) which works pretty well in my small room at moderate volumes on rock/acoustic/indie/blues

Any thoughts on the VT60 / SL3 Panel as a combination?

 

[Brad225]

I would say yes, unless you listen at very loud levels. At one time I had Classic 120's that were 4+ years older model than the V60 and they had no problems with my SL3's.

Hopefully you might be able to try them first but if not I would give it a go if the price is reasonable and they are in good working order.

 

[roberto]

hi all ML experts!
I have the chance of a vintage ARC VT60 power amp (50-60 Watts, 6550 Valves) to power the panels on my ML SL3's (bass is handled separately via SS amp)
I currently have a Kora Jupiter Power Amp (40-50W and EL84 tubes) which works pretty well in my small room at moderate volumes on rock/acoustic/indie/blues

Any thoughts on the VT60 / SL3 Panel as a combination?

Hola malcesine,
How do you adjust the level between the amps...do they have the same input sensitive? Or one has a volume control? Just curious.
Happy listening!

 

[malcesine]

Hola malcesine,
How do you adjust the level between the amps...do they have the same input sensitive? Or one has a volume control? Just curious.
Happy listening!

missed out on the AR VT60 :-<
On using the two amps, they don't have the same gain, but I can adjust volume on both so I balance the 2 amps at normal listening volume and then only adjust volume of the source(s) afterwards. Its not perfect but works really well for me.

 

[tooslowmonroe]

Oh man...sorry you missed out on that amp. I currently run a Jolida JD-1000RC on the panels of my SL3's (and a NAK SS on the woofers...) Love it Love it LOVE IT. Highly recommend.