Jadis JA30 Mk2, how great???

Jadis JA 30MK II preferable over the Jeff Rowland.
CAT preferable over the Gamut. 

Two high esteem solid state amplifiers,  but there's just something about tubes when done right. I refer to it as the "breath of life " factor. You just know it when you hear it.  I believe that both of you know what I mean. 
Charles 

Charles, I still believe the Rowland is one heck of an amp. It certainly has a different “flavor” if you will, to the tube amps that I own. However, it depends on your mood. Right now, and after all these years, I am in the mood for more of the newer tube sound ( particularly since the new tube sound is so much more revealing and neutral)..which I actually feel fits my current tastes and speakers a little better. Some may prefer the Rowland, and I wouldn’t argue with them...it’s that good.
I am sorely tempted to keep it and move my ARC D 70mk 2 on...

I like the breath of life factor in my music. I hear that in all live events.
Why would I want something different at home? Good analogy Charles.
Just don't become afraid to venture out for discovery if your budget allows. Unfortunately, there is always a "better out there" if the effort is made and you have the desire.
I agree with you Dave on your dealer assessment.
I liked the dealer I purchased the Jadis from but some are more about sales than others. No one is going to tell you that so it becomes something you try to figure out on your own. In my case, the purchase should never have been made. More power is most often way better than not and I thought it would work out but I knew it was borderline with my speakers. In my case I even went out and listened but something failed in my evaluation. I failed to perform the acid test. 
No worries with CAT amps. however and one reason I went that direction. 
This is why audigon has a better future than some of the dealers in many cases. We need both to survive in this hobby and for sure I have just supported both. 

Hi daveyf, 
I absolutely agree that choices made regarding audio components is all about one's taste.  I've heard Rowland amplifiers and can confirm they sound very good.  My point was that despite their high level of performance you currently prefer the a Jadis JA 30 MK II. 

My suspicion  is that the Jadis provides a greater sense of liveliness, palpable presence,  the feeling and sound of real musicians (3 dimimenional) before you. At least for me I've found this distinction to "generally"" be to the advantage of good tube components.  Relatively speaking solid state tends to be drier and not as 3 dimensional.  I do recognize that your experience or perspective may differ from mine. 
Charles 

Charles, Agree with you 100%. The Jadis do everything you say and more. The Rowland still hits way above its current used price point. In fact, I would be surprised if there were too many current ss amps that are in the $30-50K range that could easily best it.