See my review of the Bel Canto Ref 1000 Mk.2 monoblock amplifier just posted on issue No. 43 of Positive Feedback Online. Yes, IMO, this is an example of an excellent SS amplifier at a Real World price.
http://www.positive-feedback.com/Issue43/bel_canto_ref1000.htm
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http://www.positive-feedback.com/Issue43/bel_canto_ref1000.htm
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