Hidden Gems in Pre-Owned Solid State Power Amplifiers?


Browse the listings for power amplifiers (e.g. under $5K) and you notice a myriad of Classe, Parasound, Bryston, older McIntosh and Mark Levinson and lots of Pass Labs.
So many in fact that you wonder why.
What are the true audiophile gems in the pre-owned solid state market? Thanks in advance.
avanti1960
Most if us buy gear, enjoy it for a while and then try something else - rarely does it mean there's anything wrong with the equip- just part of the hobby (being able to try different gear)...I"ve had tons of equip in and out of my home for decades, almost always it was great and I enjoyed it for a year or two until I got the itch to try something else...
About anything Pass Labs. They make darn good stuff at a very high level of quality. Very strong line of components, IMHO.
1996 Carver TFM-35x.  Bought it new.
Still going strong today. No issues. Sounded so close to a McIntosh 275, I sold my Mac after getting a good offer on it. 
Teamed up with DCM TimeWindow 3 speakers. 
Magic!!