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Recommendations for a "summer" amp?

Living in a hot southern climate I'm considering acquiring a 2nd amplifier for summertime use as a backup to my Pass Labs amp which runs quite warm. Solid state, cool-running, fairly recent vintage (don't want to invest in service) with a used price somewhere below $800. I had a good candidate in storage but I gave it to my brother so I need some recommendations. My system is comprised of an ARC tube pre and B&W Matrix 800 series speakers.
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courant
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I live in Antarctica.

My favorite Summer amp is the Krell KSA-250.

Even with all the windows open it keeps my living room a very comfortable 68.4 °F.

On a slightly more serious note: If you have budget, the Odyssey Stratos have about 30% more juice than the Kartagos, which your Matrix 800s will gleefully put to good use.
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