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Building new system starting with power amp. What would you choose ?

This is not how it usually happens, but what if you simply must have a particular amp and then move with upgrades in both directions? Let's assume that the only source will be RTR deck, so no preamp will be needed.
The price range..how about $15k new or used ?
This is a hypothetical exercise, I am personally not prepared for that yet. However, it would be, theoretically, perfect minimalist audiophile set-up. 
I myself would probably choose either Lamm monoblocks or Gryphon stereo power amp, both used of course.
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The room we have, is the room we have for most people.  It can be treated in many was, but realistically, unless you are moving, most people are locked into their room.

If you choose your power amp first, you clearly are limiting your speaker choices, and vice versa.  I own Maggies, thus eliminating many amplifier choices and I am good with that.  My amps are McIntosh MC501s and the combination has pleased me for the last 15 years.

Good luck with your selections as building a system is a great joy.
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