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High end Class D amps?

Just an observation and a question. Are there 'high end' Class D amps out there that are just as good as Class A, A/B amps? I realize that's a sensitive question to some and I mean no disrespect---but whenever I see others' hifi systems on social media, all of the amps are A or A/B. There's always Pass, McIntosh, Moon, Luxman, Accuphase, etc. Where are the Class Ds? For folks out there that want more power for less efficient speakers and can't afford the uber expensive Class As, A/Bs, what is there to choose from that's close to those brands? Thanks
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Actually the Hyundai stomps the old Ferarri with better fuel economy, comfort and performance.  

Hyundai Elantra N

60 mph: 4.8 sec
1/4-Mile: 13.4 sec @ 106 mph
Top Speed (C/D est): 155 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 161 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.96 g
fuel economy: 37 mpg


Ferrari 348ts Spyder

60 mph: 6.0 sec
1/4 mile: 14.5 sec @ 99 mph
Top speed: 166 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 187 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.90 g
C/D observed fuel economy: 17 mpg

The Axxess Forte 1 has gotten rave reviews but I haven't heard one.  Anybody have one and would like to share?

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