Which is best Simaudio W-5 or Blue Circle BC 26?

I have done an A/B on these very amps - I wound up buying the Blue Circle. In my mind it was just a bit better than the W-5 in every way. BUT, both are fine amps, and you would be well advised to audition both of them; your ears may tell you a different story than mine did. Also, I don't know your pre amp very well at all. It may or may not make a big difference.

Has anyone compared these head-to-head? I am also very interested in these amps. Thanks.

It is matter of taste. These two amps are Soundstage's favorites in this class (Reviewers Choice).

http://www.soundstage.com/revequip/bluecircle_bc26.htm

http://www.soundstage.com/revequip/simaudio_w5.htm