Best amp under $6k, in your opinion?

Perrew,

Have you auditioned a Spectron vs. a NuForce? Of the amps I tried vs NuForce I believe you would be hard pressed to find an amp better for under 10k. Just my humble opinion and ears!

CK, do you like the NuForce better than comparably priced tube amps? or do you basically prefer owning SS?

I like tube equipment. In fact I have a BAT VK 31SE driving
the NuForce amps. You will not find a tube amp that can control the base and give you the power of the 9 SE V2 for anywhere near 5K. The inner detail and soundstage are excellent without any fatigue whatsoever.

Ck,
I owned the VTL TL7.5, considered one of the best, and ran it with the Spectron MIIISE, had top Purist PCs and Evolution Acoustics SCs, Im looking for something that can blow this combo.

Perrew,

That sounds like a sweet setup. I have not heard a Spectron vs a NuForce direct comparison. A good friend of mine with good ears has auditioned some Spectron products but came away unimpressed FWIW.

If you contact NuForce they offer a free demo if you do not have a dealer near you. Something to consider.

Power cords and vibration control are very helpful with the amps.