For 85db speaker, 30w is not a good choice. From your list, I like Pass in general, but you will need a bigger one. Another brand that meets your description and is great sounding is ASR.
Since you know the speaker designer, ask what he has heard successful with them.
Also, VAC is great, but they are tube amps. Cheers,
Spencer
Since you know the speaker designer, ask what he has heard successful with them.
Also, VAC is great, but they are tube amps. Cheers,
Spencer