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What's the Sonic Character of Accuphase Amps?

I've listened to many amplifiers but unfortunately haven't had the chance to audition an Accuphase. Therefore, I have no clue what the sonic character of these amplifiers is.
I would appreciate it if you could describe to me what a listener might expect. Also, I know they have an "A" line, "P" line and a "M" line. What are the differences sonically between the A & P?
bwhite

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gregm
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Hi Bwhite, my impressions follow: stereo A-50V playing with C-290V/dp75v/Klipsch: a touch pronounced at around the +12kHz mark BUT not unpleasantly so (to my ears). The same system but a with Goldmund 7.5 pre inlieu of C-290: softer, but, more extended in the upper register. Bridged A-50Vx2, cat Ultimate pre, same cdp, Genesis V speakers: softer highs still but fully extended and, amazingly, the most convincing tonal balance and microdynamics.
Overall: as per Kelly, for "warm / neutral" also regarding the to drive the 3ohms. Extension and speed (for class A) were first rate and, adding an emotional touch, the amp(s) was(were) very "confidence inspiring" with a "can-do personality".

Pls note that I listen mostly to, and judge by, classical; bar the Genesis, I have *not* lived with the equipment mentioned. So, impressions rather than experience!
Cheers
gregm
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Bwhite: as it happens I did, with the GenesisV/Cat combo described in my previous post. (The same day I tried the Accuphase, in fact. Amazingly, we both have had identical thoughts...!).
There was more "punch" with the Lamm's -- but deceptively so: clarity and tonal accuracy were superior (to my ears, ofcourse) with the Accu 50's playing in mono.
Pls note that the Gen V are a bi-amp design; my impressions therefore relate to the upper and mid range down to 85Hz.
Cheers
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