"I want that palpability, that "you are there" sound I think low watt amps and high efficiency speakers deliver better than any other combination."
I will concede that there are numerous ways to construct a very good sounding audio system. For my taste and ambitions the low watt (Especially tube) amplifier matched with easy to drive efficient speakers has been the most gratifying solution for me. Tactile presence, dynamics, fluidity, pace, rhythm and tonality.
@fosolitude I believe that you are on the right track. 😊 Have you established a price range?
Charles