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Class D amps seem poised to take over. Then what?

I am certainly biased by my lifetime final amp being a Class D. But I know that after 30+ years of development, Class D seems to be on a high plain. I know there are now many, many companies focusing on Class D and, maybe, a good handful already as good as it gets. My Class D amp is as smooth and beautifully musical as a great tube amp and as punchy and detailed as a great SS amp. I am satisfied and done with my search. A class D amp has effectively taken me off the amp merry-go-round. It’s about time after 50 years. And, for me, this Class D is a milestone. Will all other classes of amps fade away?
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erikt
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I reject the premise of the thread title.

I buy amps based on performance, value, aesthetics.  As do most buyers.

I don't bring "class" into the picture.  

Class D started as the "beyond meat" of amplification designs.  Ok, fine, they have gained a foothold as sonically acceptable.  So what?

Compile a list of amps for future consideration on a list; class would be "oh, nice to know" tidbit - nothing more.


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