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Class A SS vs. Class A/B SS

I am looking for a new amp/integrated for my Adagios (89db), I currently run KT88/6sn7 tube monos (50w), i want to buy a SS setup for when I want to just fire up an play (my vintage tubes take a while to warm up), I am torn between a high quality A/B design (eg. Bryston 4bsst, Pass, even Class D Bel Canto, W4S or MF integrated) or a true Class A amp like the 30w Pass 30.5 or a Class A Luxman or Accuphase etc. I am kinda leaning toward integrated for the convenience. I listen to primarily vinyl. Please help I know much less wattage is required for class A but how much is enough?
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The Adagios are already pretty smooth to begin with so you may find that a good class A/B design will bring some excitement to your listening.

I posted the other day stating that I ran a pair of Adagios with an LFD LEII and NCSE with really good results. A well designed 50wpc SS amp will do fine.

I would imagine that something like a Naim XS integrated would do the job nicely as well.

If you can live without a remote, any of the LFD LE series will work well for sure.
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