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Best Amplifier at $3000 for PSB or VA

Hi

I am unable to audition across brands especially on the combinations I would like:
Speakers are going to be either PSB Synch One or Vienna Acoustics Beethoven Grand (4 Ohm / 300 watts). I like a very highly defined sound, and very detailed delivery.

I am thinking of Krell s300i, Cambridge Audio 851 Azur.

I would like any feedback, suggestions or options for me to check out. I cant auditon a krell with a PSB or VA so I need to live off good advice.

p.s. I dont know if this is universal, but you cant seem to find the Krell s300i in the market these days. . . some China production issues. . . (by the way I am based in Singapore)
kelpie

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kelpie OP
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Thanks for the inputs. Will wait till the Krell appears on the market. . . (not sure why there is such an issue with their supply). Will check out the Ayre too.
kelpie OP
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Thanks for the various options, the Bryston is much more expensive than the Krell here in Singapore. Its funny how different (higher, very higher, ridiculously higher) prices are in this part of the world as compared to the US.

I am changing the subject a little as I see a good mix of PSB and VA supporters. I have heard them both, unfortunately for various reasons could not differentiate too much as the amplifier configurations were different. The reviews on the VA are pretty weak and teh Stereophile measurement test is quite bearish. . . is there really a problem in pushing the VA to play loud? Would I have issues if I cranked up the volume on Pink Floyd's "Sorrow" or Metallica's "Enter Sandman"?
The other music I listen to a lot is female vocals like Rebecca Pidgeon, Chie Ayoda, Sara K. . . and they sound wonderful on VA as well as the PSB. I want the versatility to be able to handle both extremes. . .

VA or PSB for versatility?

(Honestly if the PSB looked as good as the VA, I would have just bought it!!!!!):) can a man ignore good looks?
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