It is interesting to see a new Hafler amp on the market. The first mid-fi amp and preamp I ever had was from Hafler in the mid-80's. I had both upgraded by somebody, I forget now, but they were very good products. I sold them to a friend in the late '80s and he still is very happy with them driving a pair of Vandersteen speakers. It was great gear and I have no doubt its recent products are even better.