Budget = Krell??
John Curl and Bob Carver are designers of note. So are some others.
Class D often use the well-regarded N-core modules and gets around the need for pulling lots of amperes thru the wall.
Take a look at reviews of the Benchmark AHD2 - an new technology is used by a pro equip. co.
Never forget that Class A really refers to 2 different operation modes - and only one has the design feature you want (or think you want) and that will suck so much power that Trump will send the BPA secret police to your door.
Bryston is not a budget amp either - unless the amp breaks 18 years later...
