C'mon name that amp ...please?

I would look to either Pass or McCormack both provide ss designs that are very musical. I would stay away from tubes unless you are willing to put up with the heat and maintenance issues along with the expense.

Not strictly an ESL only amp the Magtech is available for a 30 day trial.

http://www.sanderssoundsystems.com/products/amplifiers/magtech-amp

Not exactly plug and play, a Bruno Putzeys design. Hypex restricted power supply (350W @ 8 ohms) in the DIY offering, but far more intriguing design than most current class D. These component modules should soon be making their way into higher powered designs from other amplifier marks (Channel Islands?). Some initial DIY reviews claiming a huge sonic leap forward in switching amplification.

http://www.hypex.nl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=100&Itemid=102

Vic... DIY is not really for me. I'm more of a LSEDI kind of guy. (Let Someone Else Do It) I'm just not certain of my power requirements. I was able to audition a Class A 30 watt (Belles SA30) and it seemed to be on the lower edge of power output required. The Pass XA30.5 does put out a bit more as it slides into AB so that may be the answer. The Coda 15.0 seems best, but it's probably a room heater and idles at about 700 watts.

Although you have been warned away from tubes, what has finally done it for me is a VAC PA 35.35 push-pull EL 34 amp. I purchased it here on A'gon, and have recently sent it back to the factory for an upgrade.

Even before the upgrade, this 35Wpc amp had more dynamic power, detail, and resoulution than my Plinius SA 100 MKIII. After the upgrade, it is by far the best sounding amp I've had yet, in 40 years. Tube rolling helped quite a bit as well. The VAC is not big on watts, but its ability to provide large amounts of current, gives it enough oomph to do an outstanding job. My speakers are in the 90db sensibility.

All this superb performance cost about $2200. Quite reasonable, in my opinion. Best of luck with your decision, and whatever you wind up with, I hope you enjoy it.

Best regards,
Dan

What about a Moscode 402Au;in home trial period and also able to roll different tubes if you likeand should have plenty of power.