I think you would be hard pressed to beat a used Plinius amp (SA100MKIII for example). They can be had very inexpensively used and will perform as good or better than anything on the SS marekt.
Amplifier for Usher Be-10
Looking for feedback from Usher Be-10 or 20 owners on amplifier preference. How do tube amps (Audio Research 110 or 210, VTL 450, OTL's like Atma-shpere, other) work with the Ushers compared to solid state (McIntosh, Bryston, Plinius, for example). Also, anyone heard the combination of the LSA Statement integrated with the Ushers? Thoughts appreciated.