used power amp under 1500

@2psyop yes, Buckeye looks too good to be true. Seriously. I will call them tomorrow. Are they Class D?

@dickieboy the PS Audio is a great option. In my top 3.

@msheldonsb I am always leaning to buy vintage. In this case it’s a bit risky. There is no return option. However I would take the dive for a Classe or Bryston amp.

@jimmyblues1959 84dB. I think I would need more than 55 Watts. I do love AVA though.

@yyzsantabarbara Yes Schiit looks good on paper. I have no experience with it. But the price/value is compelling!

I did not read fully through all the posts but but maybe give a look at Emotiva gear. I purchased their BASX A2 power amp. 160wpc into 8ohms and 250 into 4. Made in USA and about at about half of your budget. I know Emotiva doesn't get much respect here but I have had mine for several years with flawless service. 

 

You are right @llg98ljk it's not a big hit here, Are you happy with the sound? What speakers are you driving with them?

Parkergetdean Yes class d. I was taken aback by the sound. I had heard an older design by Bel Canto but these sounded much, much better.

If you're gonna check out class d, check out classdaudio.com, their Gan6.5 is my next amp. Mapman has one and he's quite impressed.