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Best Class A / Class AB SS Power Amplifiers between $5000-$10,000

I've been looking for a power amp that pairs well with my Chord DAVE dac/premp which is honestly a world class equipment that may need an Amp of the same caliber to bring out its performance to highly resolving standmounts like Focal Diablo Utopia or Dynaudio Controur 20.

What is in my mind is:
- PS Audio BHK 300 (hybrid)
- Chord SPM Series
- Bryston 2.5-4B3
- Burmester 036
- McIntosh MC302
- Please suggest?

Appreciate your opinions. 
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amg56
666 posts
 

Tale your choice but listen to them first...

Arcam

Luxman

Diavelet

Focal

Pass

Anthem

Rotel

Naim

Cambridge Audio CXA60

PrimaLuna

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dweller
2,152 posts
 
I just acquired a Bryston 4B3 (cubed) and couldn't be more pleased. Someone selling one here for less than 4K. Gobs of power and finesse (don't forget that warranty).
roberjerman
2,086 posts
 
I vote for the Spread Spectrum Ampzilla 2000 Mono's! The last and best design from the late James Bongiorno!
gnostalgick
88 posts
 
I haven't yet heard the new Pass Labs XA25 (class A), but from the praise it's gotten, the sound of the First Watt I own, and other Pass I've heard, and that would be at the top of my list.

I also like Wells Akasha/Innamorta for A/B solid state if you need a bit more power.


ptss
1,649 posts
 
Simple question. Simple answer. A “used” Spectral amp within your budget. Power,magic,reliability. 
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