For me it has. It is the only amp I have left after the following amps came and went in the last 2 years:
- CODA #8
- Parasound A21+
- NAD M22 V2
- D-Sonic M3a 800s
- CODA CSiB integrated (from 2019 not latest)
- LSA Voyager 350 GAN (modified by EVS much better than stock)
- KRELL K-300i integrated
- KRELL Duo 175XD
I use the AHB2 monos in my office with the Benchmark LA4 preamp and a warmish Musetec 005 DAC. I also have a tube Magnum Dynalab 108T tuner that also sounds great with the clean Benchmark combo. I have the Benchmark DAC3B but switched it out for the warmer Musetec 005 DAC. I use the DAC3B instead with a tube headphone amp.
I sold the KRELL XD amps because I continued to upgrade up the line. I will be buying a more powerful KRELL XD amp for my future Livingroom system (when the amp is released).
Another amp that I would consider with the AHB2 is the CODA #16. It has the same crystal-clear clarity of the AHB2 amps. The AHB2, KRELL XD, and the CODA #16 are my fav amps. I am no longer searching for amps.
BTW - I listen all day and late into the night with my office system. No fatigue, just enjoyment.