Low cost Amp?


I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for a used amp for around the $500 range. In the past (pre-divorce) I had a Parasound 2200II and a PS Audio HCA-2. I listen to a wide variety of music but mainly smooth jazz. Like everyone else I am looking for the best sound for the best price.

Thanks,
Rod
rsjb41
hi. mapman is right on, forte is a fantastic amp. also check out nad stuff. good luck, chris
Aragon 8002 is a good buy. Also Rotel is a good bang for a buck. I have five channel RMB-1085, and I'm very satisfied with its performance. You might want to look at the two channel versio RB-1072.
I'd try a Dynaco ST70. Not the last word in power or low frequency extension, though with your loudspeakers, it will be fine, as it couples beautifully to my Fried A/6, which have a similar design - apart from the series crossover. A cheap way to get really true tube sound.
If you want to try dig. amp listen first,everybody has different opins on them,i didn't care for them,but it might work work for you,Forte, I've never heard,but i cant see how you would go wrong,they just knew how to make a amp.Amber might be good,but isn't it a bit old,so that might pose a problem.I think i got lucky when i found my counterpoint on Ebay,More then happy with it.Yes the most music for the best price,unless you're rich is what most are after,