Is the move up to Parasound Halo A21 worth it?


Currently enjoying my B&W CM10s, Parasound A23 and P5. I really love the balanced, open sound that I'm getting from the current setup. However, there are a few areas where I'm seeking improvement. A wider soundstage and more engaging sound at lower than moderate volumes. And, a bit more bass, at any volume, won't hurt either.

I thought of moving up the Parasound chain to an A21, but I have no way of listening to an A21 prior to buying it. Has anyone else here moved from a 23 to 21? If so, did you think the move was worth the extra $$$$? Very interested in knowing what improvements people heard. And yes, I understand that room acoustics and treatments will give you a better bang for your buck. But, unfortunately, my setup is in the family room with very little flexibility. So it is what it is.

On an unrelated note, I was thinking of buying used (couple of current A21 listings here @ agon), but after you take into account shipping and paypal charges, the diminishing returns kick in. I'm struggling to see if net savings of around $500 (over a new one from audio advisor) is worth losing warranty, as Parasound warranty is not transferable. I'm sure these are highly sought after units and the premium is better than other comparative brands, but for me it's not worth the risk. So, I'm now thinking of getting a new one from audio advisor (no tax, no shipping charges) and have the peace of mind that comes with a full warranty.
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Clearly John Curl is one of the greats, not sure that Parasound always produces the amps exactly as he designs them...
Okay, finally took the plunge and bought an A21 from a seller @ agon. I should be getting it next week.
I have heard very good things about the A21 as well.  Curious how it might compare to an Aragon 8008bb?
I've owned the Parasound Halo A21 twice now.  Bought one years ago, sold it, then bought another one a couple years back and it's been running in my main rig the last year +/-.  Pretty sure it's going to stay this time.  Coupled with a First Sound tube pre-amp and a Cary Audio PH-302 phono section, I just can't pull the trigger to spend a lot more on amplification.  Every time I start drooling over a new Pass Labs or VAC or Cary or Electrocompaniet set of monos (many of which I've owned at one point or another), I listen to the current set-up and wonder why even bother.  I'm sure I could squeeze out an 'improvement' (which is likely only to be different, not necessarily better), but why, when the current system sounds as good as it does?  For me, the problem is mental:  how can an amp that cost less than my phono cartridge, less than my phono section, less than my turntable and tonearm, less than my pre-amp, and much less than my speakers sound so good?