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Good amp pairing for Zu Dirty Weekend?

I purchased Zu Dirty Weekends a couple of months ago and I’m considering some alternate amplification. I’m currently using a Peachtree Nova 65 SE. I listen primarily to digital music via Tidal. I’d love to try something from Pass Labs or First Watt to experience some of that Nelson Pass goodness but that’s unfortunately out of my price range (looking to spend no more that 2k dollars). 

I came across this DIY kit from Amp Camp which is a Nelson Pass design. It looks like a fun project and I could continue using my Peachtree as a preamp. 

https://diyaudiostore.com/products/amp-camp-amp-kit?variant=7072933085218

I’ve also read about Decware as a good pairing. Entering the tube amplification world is also interesting to me.

Are there any other Dirty Weekend owners out there that have found an amp pairing they really enjoy given my budget?

Thanks very much for any advice. 

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earlflynn
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How about a slightly used Raven Blackhawk……?….?
zstokes
124 posts
 
I'm looking to get a pair of Dirty Weekends during their next production run, orders available in November.  I'm *hoping* to also get an Omen Center Channel, all three speakers will be driven by an Aegir in balanced mono.
I can't imagine the DW's will ever get even close to running out of the class A bias region running in mono.
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rocray
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From what I've read, tube or SS class A is a nice match for the Zu DW. I would love to try out ZU at some point. 
regismc
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Denafrips Hestia and Hyperion.  Oh so good driving DWs w/Jupiter caps.  Better than the Yamaha A-S integrated or several tube amps I’ve tried.  Couple weeks of break n, then wow!  Iron fist, velvet glove.  Vinyl through this is an extra treat, great match to the body and warmth, music has both soul and punch.  Great drive, excellent timing, punch and finesse.  Importantly, it’s a fun combination with no tube hassle.  Highly recommended…
jcrane1107
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Zu was selling the rogue audio sphinx for some time. I’m guessing if they’re selling a rogue product it meets their standards, which as DW and Zu owner is an extremely high standard. Plus it meets the tube pre amp or input stage. 

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