How about PS Audio's BHK Signature 300 with a tubed input stage and MOSFET output stage using exclusively n-channel devices for both the positive and negative signals. Claimed power output is 300/600/1000 wpc into 8/4/2 ohms and according to JA's measurements those specs are mostly confirmed with 370/620/950W into 8/4/2 ohms, although like many manufacturers,
it appears
they sort of fudge the 8 ohm power rating (lower than actual) so they can claim that the amp "
doubles the output current with half the impedance."
I appreciate that they provide a power rating at 2 ohms but cannot help wondering the reasons for JA's comment that the amp "was less comfortable at lower powers into this low an impedance" (i.e., a 2 ohm load), and Fremer's comment that, "there's still more weight, power, and physicality to be had in the very lowest octaves." Curious why an amplifier that provides 950 wpc into 2 ohms would be anything less than a powerhouse into low octaves. Does the MOSFET output stage have something to do with it or, how about the dual differential design?
I appreciate that they provide a power rating at 2 ohms but cannot help wondering the reasons for JA's comment that the amp "was less comfortable at lower powers into this low an impedance" (i.e., a 2 ohm load), and Fremer's comment that, "there's still more weight, power, and physicality to be had in the very lowest octaves." Curious why an amplifier that provides 950 wpc into 2 ohms would be anything less than a powerhouse into low octaves. Does the MOSFET output stage have something to do with it or, how about the dual differential design?