used power amp under 1500

@thecarpathian 

If I lived in London or Munich or or Vienna, (I wish) I could probably just take the train to see a bunch of used gear and choose. The problem with buying used from audiogon or usaudiomart or craigslist is that it's a shot in the dark, it may or may not work with my speakers. Then I am stuck with a 3-15 year old equipmnent and I'd put it up for sale for a 20-50% loss. I have been doing this for the last 2 years. I have also travelled 1000s of miles to look at gear (made a side trip on a business trip)s. It cost me about 2K in 2 years. At some point I can't continue doing this - when I run out of $ - which is now. I am limited to the 100 miles radius of my region or returnable deals. 

It's also true that I always wanted something else, but now I think I am done. I will settle for a midfi system and World Peace 

Yeah, something’s off.

I believe it breaks down something like this:

Classic Belles Aria: 75watts and $2500

Aria dual mono: 85watts and $3500

Aria Signature: 125watts and $4500

Aria Virtuouso: 200watts and around $5800

So, he’s advertising it as the dual mono, giving it close to Aria Signature specs, and claiming it’s a Virtuoso when it’s plainly in the dual mono case. 

Not saying at all the guy’s crooked as he has great feedback, but that is one confusing ad.

@parkergetdean ,

Yes, always tough getting something you can't return. Patience. Something local will come along. And I'm with you on World Peace, even if it is just a hope.

Thanks @thecarpathian for the Belles details. I would love to have the Belles but there are some things not going for it. 

And yes, you are right, patience will pay off, there are at least 20 million people (20,000 audiophiles within a 100 miles from me?). 

I appreciate your help and advice!

Try reaching out to Power Modules.(David Belles)

Power Modules Inc.

479 East St

Pittsford,NY 14534

1-585-586-0740

No affiliation! 
I do however live about 15 minutes away.