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High end Class D amps?

Just an observation and a question. Are there 'high end' Class D amps out there that are just as good as Class A, A/B amps? I realize that's a sensitive question to some and I mean no disrespect---but whenever I see others' hifi systems on social media, all of the amps are A or A/B. There's always Pass, McIntosh, Moon, Luxman, Accuphase, etc. Where are the Class Ds? For folks out there that want more power for less efficient speakers and can't afford the uber expensive Class As, A/Bs, what is there to choose from that's close to those brands? Thanks
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dchang05
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The new PS Audio M1200 monoblocks are as powerful as any amps out there. Yet they sounded so smooth and sweet thanks to the 12AU7 tubes at the input stage.
dchang05
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It seems whenever “Class D” amps are mentioned they brought up a bunch haters. They are relatively cheaper to make and they don’t look as impressive as Class A amps for sure. They typically come in smaller package and are way too light compared to those expensive Class A monsters.
Regardless how they sound, they just don’t feel high end enough to some. I have owned Krell Class A monoblocks, BAT tube monoblocks, and Vincent hybrid monoblocks before. Currently I’m breaking in a pair of PS Audio M1200. So far I really like them. 
Monoblocks sounded better than stereo amps that I agree. 
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