First Watt F3 or Red Wine Audio 30.2

I own the F3 and F5.

Both are terrific products with the F3 being a bit more sophisticated and refined. However, it is a relatively low output amplifier. Furthermore, the user must be cognizant of the low input impedance (10K) so many tube preamps will not work well.

The F5's higher power output and higher input impedance make it more friendly for use with a variety of speakers and preamplifiers. It will also drive a 2 ohm load without blinking.

I am a Pass dealer but have no financial interest in First Watt products.

Does anyone know if the F5 is still in production?

I was thinking an F3 plus the B1 buffer stage pre.

I think Stingreen needs some female companionship...lol ;)

G_goodwin,
Have you read the FirstWatt reviews on 6moons.com? There is a lot of history and it makes for a very interesting read. I have Pass electronis, have great respect for Nelson Pass, and I think you would be very pleased with either the F3 or F5, though I haven't heard either. I do own an Aleph 3 and consider it a great deal on the used market.