you might find that using tubes with AP will open the midrange out greatly, and add a lot of warmth through the mid bass. I originally auditioned the virgos with bel canto, and found a thinness in the mid, just how you describe, although it was very detailed.Same went for Classé amps. Adding my unisis brought out a cohesion and far better balance, and the good news is AP`s are easy to drive. I know of someone who is using an 8w minimax valve amp with a pair of avantis, and doesn`t wish for more.As a guideline, my 30w push pull drives my paduas to earsplitting levels when the need arises, but as i listen at relativly low volume (7 o`clock on the volume), i need something with a balanced sound at low volumes. I found tubes to do this with aplomb, so i think you will be happy.
let us all know how you get on m8.

paggusset July 03, 2006 07:54

i dont think the ap`s are to blame. the bel canto can be very thin in the midrange, ap speakers in general are very transparent and show up sources and other ancillaries.Have a listen to other amps, and see how you get on. Nice system though :)

paggusset July 02, 2006 00:24