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Best Integrated All-tube Amp?

Hi,

My question: What are the best (and affordable) integrated tube amps in your opinion? (Not hybrid. All tubes.) Specifically, the best single-ended triode with zero feedback and ideally decent wattage.
So far, my list has only two:

1. Viva Solista. The problem with this one is that it simply gives you 17 wpc. It is way more powerful than most other amps that claim to have more power, but still I doubt it can drive extended low frequency speakers. (Currently I own Triangle Antal but in the future I might upgrade to deeper bass.) Nevertheless, I prefer sensitive speakers
2. McIntosh MA2275. I tested with B&W 800 and sounded awesome. But still it is not single ended (it is push-pull) and as far as I know it has some negative feedback. Plus, it a bit too pricey. (So is the Viva.) But I am still willing to consider.

What is your list, and why?

THANKS!

Josep
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springbok10
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The Bel Canto SETi40 fills nearly all of your criteria. Uses 2 845 tubes and provides 40 WPC Pure Class A, zero negative feedback and and has a remote. Mark, at Bel Canto provides exceptional Customer Sevice and Bel Canto are an established firm.
Not cheap, but used, it is affordable. Read the reviews on Google.
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