Manley stingray or Cary sli 80 sig


I have a nice tax refund on the way and want to replace my seperates with a nice integrated tube amp. I currently have a classe dr6 preamp and a dynaco st70 powering quad 11L speakers. The sound is nice and warm( I really like the tube sound) and am trying to decide if I should take the plunge to a Manley or Cary or upgrade to a fuller sounding pair of speakers.

My listening room is 10x10 and carpeted.

Has anyone owned both of these integrated amps and which one do you prefer and why? Any suggestions appreciated.
dav65mus

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I own the Rogue Cronus Magnum. It's got some nuts. I'm not a huge fan of how the Stingray looks. It's probably because I've seen pictures of EveAnna Manley who reminds me of my buddy Billy's lesbian sister Renie. I can't imagine turning Renie on when I want to hear some music so I went with the Rogue. I've never been happier and the Rogue is actually a heavier unit. That being said, I'm not into fat chicks. I would love to hear the Cary, although it costs an additional grand. I've never read any reviews that led me to believe that the Cary sounds any better than the Rogue. I'm sure the Stingray sounds great too, if you don't have an aversion to Manley women.