As background, I'm also a fan of Anthem gear (I have an STR Preamp in my main system) and of Curl-influenced amps.
In my desktop system, I have a Marsh Sound Design A400s, a model you might consider, if you can find one used. This amp was reviewed favorably by many; Robert E Greene of TAS thought it as good as any amp at any price. It is well constructed and attractive.
On the plus side: It's a fine stereo amp, with a lot of power. clean and musical sound, sometimes available used for $800, or maybe less. On the negative: Marsh has been out of business for a while, now, and the units out there are getting old. I've not had a drop of trouble with mine, but nothing lasts forever.... So, just one possibility to consider.
In my desktop system, I have a Marsh Sound Design A400s, a model you might consider, if you can find one used. This amp was reviewed favorably by many; Robert E Greene of TAS thought it as good as any amp at any price. It is well constructed and attractive.
On the plus side: It's a fine stereo amp, with a lot of power. clean and musical sound, sometimes available used for $800, or maybe less. On the negative: Marsh has been out of business for a while, now, and the units out there are getting old. I've not had a drop of trouble with mine, but nothing lasts forever.... So, just one possibility to consider.