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Class A Coda 15.5 Vitus SS-102 or Gryphon Mephisto

Looking for input on experiences on great Class A Amps. I have proposed 3 fantastic Class A Amps at their price points. I don't know if the Gryphon is that much better then the other two. Let's face it, Vitus and Coda make killer amps. Please weigh in with your experiences on the proposed three amps or any other Class A amps that offer all of the virtues of Class A. Thanks.
goldman

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goldman OP
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Thanks. I have a high regard for the guys at Coda, and I think their 15.5 looks like the Class A amp to beat. Does your 15.5 run hot? I had an Ayre V3 that was biased in Class A up to 30W and A/B up to 100W, and it ran like a toaster driving 8/6 ohm Proacs. My VAC throws off plenty of heat driving 4 ohm Proac D40R's. How does your 15.5 compare to your previous amps? Dave.
goldman OP
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Thanks for posting your impressions. I love the Gryphon Mephisto and would love to go that direction. The only struggle is the space and A/C power requirements for the Mephisto. I'd have to pull two 20 amp dedicated circuits to the amp to do it justice. I'd love to have two sets of binding posts for biwiring with two separate runs. Maybe some Vitus owners can chime in with their experiences and auditions. For now I'll stick with the VAC 160i Integrated. Thanks.
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