Best sounding low power (under 80watts) Class AB amp?

@rrboogie You replaced your X250.5 with a Topping LA90? Are you an EE by chance?

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Here is example of a 'non-chassis mounted RCA' on this Hegel similar to what I see on the Aegir/Aegir

Great suggestions. Would love to find a Motif MS50 been looking for one for years. A Quad 405 is fun idea too but def need to recap/refresh. I have to look at some older Ayre Acoustics stuff, nice. Schiit Vidar maybe... Spectral DMA50? nice but schematics and support? I respect what Van Alstine does but his build/aesthetic doesn't appeal to me. The reason for staying below 80watts is I don't have the need for more power. I own a Pass Aleph 3 and @30/8ohms 60/4ohms its plenty of power for my speakers.  All great ideas/suggestions audio friends!

Yeah, the Vidar is out. I know it's high value and a fine amp but I can’t bring myself to buy a product that doesn’t have chassis mounted RCAs. Just can’t do it. It the audio line in the sand for me.

@mlsstl @ditusa  I could be mistaken but what I see is chassis mounted 'binding posts' not RCAs. The RCAs on the Aegir/Aegir look to be circuit board mounted in plastic cups which are screwed/supported by the chassis. It's not the same.

@mlsstl @ditusa so we’re on the same page here is an example of my understanding of a chassis mounted RCA.

@mlsstl Yes the Aegir is a very solid and excellent amp regardless. Thank you for your suggestions!