Cube Audio Nenuphar Single Driver Speaker (10 inch) TQWT Enclosure

@yorkshireman You are welcome. If you are still considering options...please know that I’m not trying to dissuade you from the Allnic T1500...here are a couple of avenues that may be worth exploring.

Audion Audio’s (UK; with France based office) Silver Night integrated line. Their entry level utilizes a PCB, but are point to point hardwired above that level. Known for their 300B version. Used upper levels units may be within your budget.

If you want to specify the build and parts, then look into Ken Uesugi of Sound Gate / Otomon Laboratory (Japan). Vintage chassis / looks, if that’s okay with you. He sometimes lists on Audiogon. He should be able to deliver within your budget.

And a +1 to @cal3713 ’s post.

@david_ten - Thanks David.

@yorkshireman  Do you have any updates?

Came across a strong recommendation and stellar pairing synergy for the Bakoon AMP-13- and HiFiMan's flagship Susvara planar magnetic headphone. I own a previous flagship, the HE1000. Mentioning this because it gives me insight into the Bakoon - Nenuphar synergy.

FYI, both the 13R and Susvara retail for around USD 6K, each.

I wouldnt recommend Tektron Amps as the Top of the Amps PIT and Tarnish after a short while.  They are changing this summer to what appears to be something like a Chrome top. Have no idea if those will Patina with age as well. I'd avoid em if you care about long term cosmetics or being able to resell them down the road.