Ayre Acoustics AX-5 Twenty

That's interesting. The Ayre gear tends to be supernaturally dark and quiet, but Dynaudio tends to be a little lively, lots of detail at low volume.

If you want something a little less expensive, but kind-of like Ayre, try Arcam

That s like comparing an Infiniti G37 to a BMW 550i. Great car but can't compete with a 550i there is no way! 
Btw I've heard the AX-5 and it was not 'supernaturally dark' don't know what that means. 
Anyone else ? 

I am not hearing anything "dark" with the Ayre gear.  It's a perfect match for my Totem Element Metal speakers.  

It's all about synergy so take anyone's advice (mine included) with  a grain of salt.  

I have been through several integrated amps over the last 2 years including Luxman L-590 AX, Accuphase E-470 and E-600, Gato AMP-150 and Esoteric F-05.   The Ayre AX-5 Twenty sounds better than all these thus far.