Another 'Which Amp' Question


Looking for recommendations for an amp of 100-200WPC to replace my current setup.

Present system:
Dahlquist DQ10’s (recapped, mirrored)
Mcintosh C28 Preamp
SAE A202 Power amp

Budget is somewhat limited, I was hoping to keep it at $1500 or less if possible for something along the lines of a Bryston (4b), Krell (KST100), Mac (2205), Threshold or other reasonably ’high end’ amp. Perhaps some day in the future I might trade up to a pair of Logan CLS II’s (or other...) in which case the amp would be powering those, but that’s a long way off for now.

I used to have a Mac 2150 before I owned these speakers, and what it did to my friend’s set of Paradigms was amazing. I can only guess that there would be a dramatic improvement over the present SAE amp which is just ’alright’... it drives the speakers well enough but lacks soundstage. Looking for the next step up.

Thanks in advance for your input.
parabolic
For the same price as the A21 you can get a Classe CA2100.. which I prefer from the 2.. I've owned both and still have the CA2100... more detail, fully balanced, made in Canada, not Taiwan..  built like a tank...
Ok, down to:

Mac (one of three)
4B (ST or SST)
Parasound Halo A21

For those who recommended replacing the C28, please share your thoughts on why, and what you'd suggest in its place.

Thanks to all!
So the question is, do you really need the Parasound A21 or is the A23 (125/ch) as good? The latter is available at 1K new, $600-$700 used. 

It is also much easier to hide. :)

Best,

Erik
If ever I get that pair of CLSII's I've been wanting, the extra power would be helpful.  Besides, the DQ10's are pretty demanding, also.

Trying to economize as much as possible while making the best pick.  I think it's down to the Bryston or Halo, if I can find the right deal.
Channel Island amps very veryNice with a MC pre should  be sweet
Check them out you won't find better for the price.