Slightly below your price point, there are three amps that have been VERY highly regarded: (1) the Odyssey Stratos (~$800 used with the upgrades), (2) the Belles 150A Hot Rod (~$950), and (3) Monarchy Audio's SM-70 (use two as monoblocks) and SE-100 monoblocks. There is currently an ad for the SE-100's ($850) and an a couple for the Belles 150A. The Odyssey is tough to find on the used market, but can be had new for around $1000 factory direct. I've heard all three amps, and they really perform at a level far beyond their price point. All three were Reviewer's Choices (Soundstage). I really think you can't go wrong with any of them. I am currently using the Belles with a tube pre, and it is heavenly sounding. FYI, the power ratings are: Odyssey - 180W, Belles - 125W, SE-70 - Not sure, but it's pure class A, SE-100 - 100W. Best of luck!
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Hello, I am currently searching for a nice amp,, TUBE, SOLID STATE, HYBRID Whatever... I will be running it off a Audio Research LS7 all tube pre and I am not sure of the output impeadance, but want an amp that works very well with it to create a nice synergy. I will go in the used market at about 1,000 USD, Power recomendations from about 40 watts per channel to infinity, Quality and overall sound is all that matters(MUSIC MATTERS). I would like to get the Warmest, tubyest , biggest sound possible and VERY STRONG BASS with the Audio research pre at resonable volume. THERE IS NO TONE CONTROLS IN HIGH-END AUDIO>>> Is there??? So it must produce this sound naturally without Attenuation. THANKS EVERYBODY!!