Need a modern Class A monoblock, preferably half or compact chassis

Erik, loved riding motorcycles on tracks like Barber, Miller and ThunderHIll, no licence necessary.

True, I want something that isn't available, but after having Alephs and an .8 it is tough to accept less involved experience.  When you consider the progress of PL, few other manufacturers match their universe.

FWIW I currenlty own more than 82 days of curated music that plays first thing each morning through a Yamaha 4000.  In my world, maximizing life is about best choices and getting to the marrow.

Still like the idea of an one box XA30.8M

a looming possibility

soix, agreed, the Valvet seem valid, reminding me of Alephs or British Fidelity A1, sweet sounds no doubt.  I like the idea of silver wiring that may help speed up the amp... without hearing Valvet it is an obvious crapshoot to my bias.

who has experience with Valvet A4 monoblocks?

I like the compact format vs Westminster REI stratosphere.

The Clayton are of interest except for their age and lack of a stand by switch and then there is the price, seems steep for a 17 year old design that may need capacitors and ???

Still hoping for Pass to release XA30.8leph monoblock

I am familiar with Class A, the sound fits my ear.  I like the reliability of SS and haven't heard a D amp to pique my interest.  

atmasphere, name or show me a link for three to consider, I am not against the technology but so far none really seem worthy to pursue.  I did contact one mfg. recently on their brand new product... no response

I don't have access to a local audio shop so I am reliant upon reviews, reading between their lines, or excited owners stating this is the best ever amp ever, but mainly the major audio show best rooms generally do not include Class D in their set ups.

Finally, were I to make a change to D it would make sense to have speakers that were developed with the technology... until someone demonstrates superiority, it is too early to begin consuming GaaN chips in metal containers.

h45 I like your thinking, though I am not that guy, I appreciate the effort!

rate and describe your experience