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Hybrid Amplifiers suggestions

Folks,

I am considering a Hybrid amplifier with at least 50 watts per channel. A hybrid design which uses tube valve for the input stage and high quality Mosfets for the output stage. I plan to pair the amp with Shindo’s Monbrison preamp.

I am aware of Aesthetix, PS Audio and Vincent that makes hybrid amps. Are there others that I should consider before I make my purchase?

Thank you!
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jjss49
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another vote for van alstine

frank is one of the original no BS guys in the biz... puts $ into the sound quality, not the bling factor

truly well designed, truly excellent sounding gear

no affiliation, just a loyal customer many times over
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skypunk
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Pathos Acoustics. 

I have the Classic One MKIII and love it. Upscale Audio is the US distributor and great folks to do business with.

https://upscaleaudio.com/collections/pathos

Had a Raven Blackhawk and had issues from the start. Have Raven CeLest Speakers and they work great with the Pathos. 
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Folks, I have decided to keep things simple and going to keep the amazing Accuphase E-650 Integrated in my system.

Thank you all for chiming in :-)
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skypunk
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Nice
fredcdobbs
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I wasn't impressed with the Rogue Sphynx 3. Descent amp, but all I heard was class D. Don't take my word. Just my taste and observation. I was surprised due to the good word on this one. 
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