After 20 years, in the market for a power amp

If I were you I would demo a CODA and AGD Audions  (Class D). both are great amps, can't go wrong.  At this price point make the decision in your listening room. I believe both companies will send "demos" at a reasonable expense.  Deal direct.

Orchard Audio is running their StarKrimson ganfet amp on tour. Listen for free in your system for 7 days then ship it to the next person on the list. With 500 watts per channel at 4 ohms there is plenty of power and the dynamics are amazing. It is stabile at 2 ohms and even the electrostatic speakers don't faze it. Contact Leo at Orchard Audio. You have nothing to lose.

Thanks,

aldnorab

@pvnasby My Primaluna Dialogue Premium is available for less than half of your budgets lower end. In silver.

@pvnasby Here is a good deal on the new Primaluna evo hybrid from a dealer-used for just one show- for $4600 US.

https://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/650162309-primaluna-evo-300-hybrid-integrated-amplifier/

Or a demo evo 400 for just over $3800 US.

https://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/650158577-prima-luna-evo-400-power-amplifier-silver/

Or a pair of evo 400's from a US dealer for 7k- just posted yesterday!

https://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/650166552-primaluna-evo-400-pair/

I agree that it would be best to get a Primaluna amp or amps. However, if you can find a used Hegel 30a, you’ll be surprised how great it will sound with your preamp.

All the best.