Opinion of Acurus 2 and 3 channel amplifiers is ... what?

IME the Acurus amps had bass response way better than their cost and/or size might suggest. On the other hand; they had a dry chalky top end that I couldn’t live with, and doubt it would compliment the B&W house sound. YMMV.

I purchased a new A200x3  in the 90's.  I used it in my home theater system for many years until I replaced it with a Parasound Halo. I then used the Acurus in my secondary 2 channel system for several more years. It never failed me and sounded very good. I sold it a coupe of years ago for about $450. The new owner was quite happy with the purchase.   

I have the acurus a250, is a fine amp, and design.  I regret not buying the aragon gear at the time, which is the big brother of that manufacture.  that being said, acurus is a fine amp. its clean and has good power.  you wont go wrong if you purchase it.  I have them mated to a pair of axiom speakers out of Canada and they sound fantastic together.  the axiom are a very clean, clear and accurate speaker that works will with the acurus line.  

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As I recall - Acurus - was ’bang for the buck’ which is what I remember last time I heard them driving some old 801s at the shop I used to frequent. But if the Acurus won’t compliment my b&w’s - although seems like a good deal - I think I will take the advice and skip the deal.

Rotel and Parasound Halo seem to be on the top of every recommendation, but I know there are endless possibilities. I am trying to locate a Rotel or Parasound at a decent price. In the mean time -- I have seen some great gear for sale for decent price - so I would appreciate input on them if possible.

I will be soon acquiring a Marantz 7704. New. This week. If that makes a difference.

So - opinions on:

Bryston -
B&K
Parasound - older - HCA stuff?  
Lexicon ( rebadged bryston? )
Proceed ( Mark Levinson? )
Sunfire theater grand
McCormack
Vincent
Classe -

Thanks in advance.

just remember that the caps dry out with time, even if not used