need your help on this one.....

I used to own a Plinius SA100 and now own a Pass X350.5

What I disliked most about the Plinius was that it took forever to sound its best once switched ON. The amp did not sound its best until being left ON for well over a week. Because of that, I just left it ON all the time. That was a big waste of electricity and heat generation. If you havn't tried already, those of you with a Plinius amp should try leaving it ON for a couple of weeks, then be amazed at how much better it sounds

The Pass X350.5 is a much better sounding amp overall and will sound its best after about 6 hours. Also, Pass amps are bomb proof reliable and made in the US. If you ever have an issue, just call them. Try that with Plinius!

Not to muddy the waters, but there are Clayton M300 monoblocks for sale on US Audio Mart that would also be worth a look.  Read reviews if you haven't seen them already.  Best of luck.

I agree with poster "seasoned" that Plinius have to be left on all of the time to sound their best.  Plinius SA 102 was the best ss amp I've owned, but I'm a tube guy and my exposure to ss amps is limited.

Based upon feedback from others on this chain and your preferences, it sounds like a Pass X250 or 350 series amp is the most sensible path forward for you.

pdreher    I'm beginning to agree with your straw poll....i don't want an amp that I cant turn off or runs the elec bill up....   and soix ill look into those clayton's not a mono block guy thought......

Question for Plinius owners who say amps need a long time to warm up:  Can you leave it on in Class A/B mode and not have to wait so long to reach optimal sound in Class A?