Lightning quick DYNAMIC amp in the under $1000 range

@gregdude 
 
Measurements pretty much line up with listening tests under double-blind conditions. Once you know what you are listening to, measurments are almost meaningless. If a DAC is high priced, looks expensive, and you think the brand is prestigious, that automatically gives it a boost over a cheap, plastic, Chi-Fi DAC; even if the internals are exactly the same.

Save your pennies and get a Peachtree Nova 300, it will blow your mind...fast smooth and powerful, and very versitile

A Bryston 3b or 4b or 3bst is in your price range. They should be at the top of your list. They don't get much credit on this forum. But google them. You will be very impressed. I speak from experience. 

@pkvintage : I agree! A Bryston 3B (100wpc) is hard to beat! I bought mine for $500 and a .5 preamp for another $350. Late 80's production, but sure sounds good! A great company!

I have a truly excellent amp for sale on USAudiomart or Audio Asylum in your price range

Its a lovingly used Audio Alchemy DPA-1 (175wpc)

The only reason I am selling is it doesn't produce the spl from my speakers in my large room

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