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If you’re looking for maximum impact amplifiers, with the excitement dialled up to 11, you won’t go far wrong here. The no-frills approach, flexibility of the LS-2 with those plug-in options, massive power of the S-200 and the purposeful styling will also all appeal. But there’s a nagging doubt that these amps sometimes try too hard, meaning care with partnering components may be needed to tame them a little.