Possibly of interest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlBDj3Bw2sU&ab_channel=ZeroFidelity
Comparison of:
Yamaha AS1200: 90w (8 ohms) Single Ended Circuit. $2,800 150w (4 ohms)
Luxman L550 AXII: 20w (8 ohms)*** Balanced Circuit. $5,500 40w (4 ohms)***
Accuphase E480: 180w (8 ohms) Balanced Circuit. $13,000 260w (4 ohms)
Comparison of:
Yamaha AS1200: 90w (8 ohms) Single Ended Circuit. $2,800 150w (4 ohms)
Luxman L550 AXII: 20w (8 ohms)*** Balanced Circuit. $5,500 40w (4 ohms)***
Accuphase E480: 180w (8 ohms) Balanced Circuit. $13,000 260w (4 ohms)