attractive modest power tube amp??


OK, the WAF is pretty high on this purchase. I have a bedroom system with: Apple iMAC running iTunes + Marantz 2250 rcvr + Energy RC-minis (+ subwoofer)

This is for internet radio and playing iTunes, digital tunes. The Marantz is ok but I have my heart set on a tube int. Music .. classical, jazz, mild rock ... not very loud. I had a Shanling MC-30 (3w/ch) and want a little more power. I am thinking 8w/ch+ should work.

My budget is < $800

Since this is our 2nd system I don't want to spend max-bucks on premium gear. I'd like to get an attractive tube amp with good sound and >= 8w/ch. Kits are welcome.
I've been looking at Elekits TU-879.

Any other good kit ideas?

Also a pre-made amp would be fine. Some I am looking at ...
Jolida JD-102B
Jolida FX-10
Cary CAD 300SEI
Glow One
Fatman

Thanks,
Rob

albireo13

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How is the DAC in the Glow? Is it better than using an analog connection from the MAC?

Rob