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Class A SS vs. Class A/B SS

I am looking for a new amp/integrated for my Adagios (89db), I currently run KT88/6sn7 tube monos (50w), i want to buy a SS setup for when I want to just fire up an play (my vintage tubes take a while to warm up), I am torn between a high quality A/B design (eg. Bryston 4bsst, Pass, even Class D Bel Canto, W4S or MF integrated) or a true Class A amp like the 30w Pass 30.5 or a Class A Luxman or Accuphase etc. I am kinda leaning toward integrated for the convenience. I listen to primarily vinyl. Please help I know much less wattage is required for class A but how much is enough?
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magfan
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The '30 watt' Pass 30.5 is available in form of an integrated...the INT-30 and really puts out closer to 100 watts by 1% distortion. By than it is firmly in A/B.

So, if you can 'make do' with 30 'a' watts, the Pass may work
The INT-150 is an A/B design which is near 200 watts and about 300@4ohms.
I'd without hesitation have the INT-150 for my panels......and be willing to try the 30........
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