Budget Audiophile Looking For Amplifier Suggestions

I don't know the years on any of these, but they are all old and great sounding... Most are probably older than your list, but most will still compete today at their full retail price. I do agree with a couple of recommendations above, but wanted to offer more suggestions.
Tim

Audio Research D100.2
Muse One Hundred Sixty
Sumo Andromeda II or III
Hafler 9505
Parasound HCA2200II
Adcom GFA 5802

I do have a Odyssey Khartago extreme, if you are interested, Very nice amp.

There is a Bryston 3B-ST listed here for under a grand. The dealer has a 30 day return policy!

Lots of amps do this. They sound great.

Focusing too much on the alleged negatives of each technology leaves you buying nothing but massive Class A amps. Listen instead.

Best,

E

yea add muse model 6, McCormack DNA 125.