Thanks for the info. I decided to go with a Golden Tube Audio SE-40 with new Sovtek tubes for 400.00. I put the remainder of the money into a Rega Planar 2 turntable. I should be getting them soon. I hope I didn't make a mistake. I think the 40W GTO will be enough to drive the top end of my speakers (Snell A-III's). I have a 150W Class A on the bottom, it has input controls so I can balance the top and bottom. I heard a lot at different sites about going with equipment that is well known for ease of repair and resale.
