Are There Any Good, High Power Solid State Amps?


I feel like I'm running low on power with my current 100 watt tube amp, so I'm looking for suggestions. I'd like to try solid state, but I want an amp with an airy, rich tonality. I've been thinking either Pass (love the XA series, but I'm afraid it won't be enough power) Pass X, Krell, Clayton, etc. Can you make any suggestions (new or used somewhere in the $5K - $10k range)?
Thanks in advance.
louisl

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Louisl,
I second Halcro's suggestion of getting a pair of Vandersteen 2WQ subs with High pass filter (pref. the Model 5 filter). Vandersteen's method of hook-up is unique (except for maybe Rel) and as Halcro described it takes the pressure of reproducing the very low bass from your main amp - which has a few side benefits such as increased dynamics and a more expansive and defined soundstage. The improved quality and quantity of bass is almost secondary to these benefits.I've heard speakers with far better reputations then the VR4's benefit from this arrangement.