@audiosaurusrex Thanks for the info! The Q3 (their new larger model is rated at 90db/4ohm and has a minimum suggested power requirement of 20wpc, so it would probably be pushing my luck with a 2a3 set at 3.5wpc haha!

I'm hoping they bring them back next year for the next SWAF show and plan on spending a fair amount of time in their room next time to really hear how they handle different music types and whether any fatigue develops.

Enjoy yours! The Octave is a great amp & I see you also have the MW PH9.0X. I just got the 'T' upgrade for the power supply and it's been great, if you ever consider upgrading it a bit.

Thanks for you post. I still love my M3's and IMO at 92db 4ohm they are supremely easy to drive and sound wonderful. I'm driving mine with the Octave V70 Class A which is a little overkill but they are so transparent and dynamic it's really like I have the band in the room. I did have to do some room treatment and that is what I discovered the OB's prefer. I think your Aric should be able to power the Spatials and I've seen on the forums people using flea-watt tube amps to power them. They love tubes. Low end is deep, clear and tight. Mids are glorious and highs just so sweet. Clayton is actually producing a new speaker with his new company that I have heard great comments on. Depending on your budget I see the M and X Series come up for sale and maybe one of the X series with SET amps might suit your needs. Either way IMO you won't be disappointed with the Spatial line. X3's at 97db would be my next recommendation. Happy Listening and I appreciate you reaching out.

Rene

Rene

Do enjoy! Regards

Dan

Thanks still tweaking but getting there.