Purchase advice

[dg]

Hi there, this is my first post here.
I've recently purchased a Line Magnetic Push-Pull LM34 Integrated amp to go with my Garrard 401 TT and Klipsch Forte III speakers, I feel like the amp too harsh with my speakers, very hot trumpety high-mids, and lack of bass, oomph and flow in the music. I'm starting to get more and more interested in old horn + SET systems, and thought maybe it isn't a bad idea to build a SET amp myself. I don't have experience in electronics etc, but I'm willing to learn, I am based in the UK.

- Which of the Bottlehead kits would you recommend that I buy?
- Are there any resources on electronics/ audio/ projects which you'd recommend covering beforehand?
- Do you think a SET Bottlehead kit would make a good match to get some gentleness and musicality out of my very sensitive Klipsch?

[Paul Birkeland]

Since you have an integrated now, a Stereomour would be an easy transition.  If you listen loudly or have a large room, you may need the power that the Kaiju has to offer. 

As far as resources go, this forum is here for you and may be more useful than a lot of the old texts that are available. 

I suspect you'll find what you're looking for switching from an PP amp to a high performing SET amp with the speakers you're using. 

[Doc B.]

I will suggest asking around on the Klipsch Forum, too. There are quite a few Bottlehead users on there.

[dg]

Thank you @Doc B. & @PaulBikeland.
The Stereomour does sound like a good option, and I have posted in the Klipsch forums to see if anyone had experience with this combo!

[Knightstick]

@dg please let me know what you find. I have similar questions.