Which Solid State amplifier would you recommend for my budget?

I have a Conrad Johnson lp70 for my Acoustats and would like to pick up a good SS amp. My budget is about $2,500-3,000.

Jeff Rowland 525

Jeff Rowlan Model 5

Threshold s/5000e

Krell KSA-250

Thank you in advance.

fortepiano5011-19-2022 4:58pm

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curiousjim Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,004 posts 11-20-2022 at 12:44am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have only used tube amps with Acoustats. I currently have their Servo amps that have been modded, but still put out 40 watts each and that’s more than enough! All the best.
dill Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,635 posts 11-20-2022 at 12:49am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete CODA Amplifier 11
soix Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 11,247 posts 11-20-2022 at 12:53am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Here’s a nice Bryston 4B SST2 available listed at $3250 but should be negotiable down to $3000… https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649918651-bryston-4b-sst2/
mesonto Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 99 posts 11-20-2022 at 03:41am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I'd easily take the Bryston listed above, compared to your list above... second choice would be the Krell.
fortepiano50 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6 posts 11-20-2022 at 04:42am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Thank you for your suggestions. I am using a recapped ARC SP9 preamp and listen to orchestral and chamber music but I do love Rock. I have a set of Quad 63s and although their midrange is beautiful I prefer the visceral effect I get from the Acoustats. I have to admit that resale value is important only because there is always something to upgrade.

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