warm sounding amp suggestions???????

Of course, it must be tubes, all the way. Look into Cayin/VAS, great sound, value.

I second Raytheprinters sugggestion. But I doubt you will get one for less than 1K although I haven't looked lately. You might try a MF2250.

Chuck

How much wattage do you need for the Alons? Certainly Pass Alephs are warm for SS - might find them in the price range, if 30 watts is enough.

Caveat, I'm not that familiar with your speakers, but some good advise above. I really enjoyed going from B&K to c-j ss. As Pubul57 said, if the 30 watts is enough, it's hard to imagine a warmer sounding ss amp for under a grand.

I currently have a very highly modified Sumo Nine. It definately leans warm. Before mods, it was slightly warmer, but not as deeeeeep in the bass nor as smooth on top, but still very good. You can probably pick one up for $500. to $600. stock. There is also the Nine Plus, I have never compared it to a Nine, Sumo brought it out after Jim Bonjorno left, I hear that it still is a very nice piece.
Ohhh, there is a pure class a Coda on fleebay right now for $600.00... Steal, Good Listening, Tim