Any integrated using 6550 tubes...

durnit! Uh, as I was trying to write: I've seen CA-50's go for 1500 on this site, and 1600 at a local shop. That's an incredible bargain for the cash. Especially since it will hold that value. I don't think you can find a really good tube integrated for less. Maybe some old fisher stuff.

Hey Dragon: Another thing is that if you get your West Coast vacation, I am an hour away from Kevin Deal's Upscale Audio (upscaleaudio.com). He seems to be "the tube guy" with a good rep and always seems to have a lot of used and demo gear. You guys may be able to work something out via the internet (maybe even a trade in, just carry on your amp).

John, i couldn't find ca-50 for $1500! If you see something i don't, please link me to it! David i sold my Linn, and i did good on it, also i sold some of my paintings so funds are going up!I'll let you know. Thanks! John_1 my e-mail is cmandantemarcos@hotmail.com

I will. In a whole year I've seen two go for that. One was a guy who was just dumping it for fast cash. Great units from what I understand.

Passion Audio I-12 uses 6550's and comes assembled or as a kit. They are "said" to be slightly upgraded Antique Sound Labs amps, though the upgrades may be mostly cosmetic.