Amp recommendation in the $6000 range


After being out of the hobby for a few years I'm now looking for a used amp in the 6K range to drive my Magico V3, I had interest in a Pass Labs X350.5 but with this model out for 10 years I don't think it would be a wise investment. I'm looking mainly at solid state stereo amps but is open to tubes and other ideas. My other requirement is I do like power, so at least 150 watt for tube, 200 watt for SS. Thanks in advanced.
scar972

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Don't rule out a late model X350.5   It's a great amp and the later ones are a little different than the earlier ones...
Some internal wiring changes - you can tell by the different rear panel configuration - this is from 2009 I believe
to me the .8 is all positive. I had the 250, 250.5 and the 250.8 just broken in. I mostly find great accuracy, more natural timbre, more openness. Also better bass definition.  All who heard my system prefer the .8   I sometimes wonder if the more natural timbre sounds less exciting during a brief listen