good ESL amplifier that works with extreme capacitive loads

[thadman]

As the title states, what is the best amplifier to power an ESL with an extremely high capacitance (~20"+ wide and 7' tall with very close D/S spacing) that doesnt cost an arm and a leg. I am NOT going to *direct drive* the ESL with this amp, a transformer (I have to decide what type I will use) will be used. I'd like to achieve 8kv with a step-up transformer.

I have a very low budget (~$600) in comparison to most mid-high end amplifiers, but am willing to buy used from ebay or the forums.

[twitch54]

What speaker are we talking about ?? Maggies ?? M/L Statement E2 (don't we all whish !!)

[thadman]

a very large DIY ESL with ~70mil D/S spacing