Class A amplifier alternative?


Hi everyone, 

I am looking for an amp with about 200-300 watt/8ohm/channel for my speakers. People say that Class A is the best to have. However, with this power, Class A amp would be super heavy (for me) The amp at this power is usually 100 lbs or higher. I wonder if there is any other solution here that doesn't compromise the sound quality? My budget is $3000 (used items). 

 

Just FYI, I once tried class D but the sound is very clinical, thin and sterile in my system. 

 

Thank you!

Huy

 

 

quanghuy147

Showing 3 responses by quanghuy147

@atmasphere You are right, I should have tried a few more before making the conclusion. 

Do you have any suggestion on Class D amps that have a warm and relaxed sound signature?

@mglik do you have link to Atma-Sphere Class D mono blocks? I googled but couldn't find. Thank you. 

Thank you everyone for your valuable input. I really appreciate it!  I have noted down a list of amps suggested here, which I think is long enough :).  I will do research one by one. 

Best, 

Huy