@porchlight1 To be honest I am looking for 3D holographic sound and high level of clarity. I am not very good in describing my preferred sound.
Luxman 590Mk2 is Class A 30W @8ohms and then it switch to class AB. I never felt power is less but with bad recording I may prefer a little warm presentation. I can try what you suggested, Luxman can be used as a preamp alone as well as a power amp with separates switch.
Other question I have is it really needed to go with balanced output or single ended connection is good enough?
Thank you.

