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Tube amps that kick ass?

I'd like to find a high powered tube amp that can deliver all the magic that tubes are known for AND that kicks butt. Solid, tight bass with good authority. Dynamic, quick, but handles the little information (micro) sweetly as well. A tube amp that will play rock and roll at realistic volumes – the way rock in roll was meant to be enjoyed - and still sound great.

Any ideas? 10K or under? preferably 5K or so

Thanks for all responses.
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4musica44107
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Keithmundy,
My Luxman MQ-88 can drive my Verity Fidelio Encores to incredible SPLs in a room that is 15 feet wide, 25 feet deep, with a ceiling height of 8.5 feet. The MQ-88 is a pure class A at 40 watts per side into 8 ohms. In my experience, either that is an overly conservative rating, or those are some of the most robust 40 watts I have ever "heard" . . . !
4musica44107
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Luxman has a relatively new offering, the MQ-88, that I use in my primary system. I love this amp! If you have an opportunity to audition it, I suggest you do, as it seems to meet all of your criteria, depending on what speakers you will be driving and the size of your listening room. It sells new for $8000.
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