MF A series amps and integraded amps, IMNSHO: polite sounding, superb for classical and jazz, clips easily/doesn't play loud (power rating may be generous), doesn't handle dynamic music well at all. Not amps I would suggest for rock, rap, techno, triphop or fans of other such music, but, again, classical music freaks get along with it nicely, it seems, especially those with sensitive speakers and old ears. (and, yes, I did use a good power cord and lots of break-in time). I thought the Odyssey Stratos and PS Audio HCA-2 where overall much better amps. I'm not saying that the MF A-series amps are not great for the money and nice sounding amps, as they are, but time rolls on, there is much more competition in the ~$2k and under "budget" range, at least these are my thoughts, formed through my ears, in my system, and others thoughts can and will vary :)
I do think that the A-series preamp and dac are much more special, however, fwiw.
I do think that the A-series preamp and dac are much more special, however, fwiw.