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In need of amp upgrade suggestions

Interested in upgrading from our Simaudio Moon W-5/P-5 amp/pre power plant of 9 yrs.  Have always enjoyed the authority of the W-5, and would like to find something that really excels in low amplitude transient clarity, frequency balance, and can throw an exceptional soundstage.  Digital source is pretty hi-rez (Esoteric K-03), and cabling is on par as well (all JPS Aluminata).  Speakers are strong in efficiency (Daedalus Athena) at around 95db.  Recently auditioned a pr of Pass xa60.8's, but frankly thought the W-5 did a better presentation, less soundstage (I know, sounds crazy, but that's the way I hear it).  Open to push/pull, SET, or ss, but I suspect ss.  Any suggestions?   

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fliz
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Check out John Tucker's new integrated.

http://www.exemplaraudio.com/integrated.html

Don't let it's price deceive you. It's a giant killer.  

Paul Wakeen of Stillpoints just had one of these commissioned for his personal system.

If you're in the SF Bay Area, you're welcome to stop by and hear what his gear sounds like.  I have his current preamp feeding his reference 300b SET amps.
fliz
66 posts
 
50wpc seems like it'd be enough for 95db efficient speakers.

If you're in the the SF Bay Area, you're welcome to hear what his electronics sound like.
fliz
66 posts
 
Curious why you have no comment on my recommendation.

Are you unfamiliar with eXemplar Audio?
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