SimAudio or Classe for Power Amplifier


As I continue to upgrade my system I am looking at the amplifier as the next component on the hit list.

My current system:
- Marantz SA-14 SACD player (modified by Tube Research Labs)
- Conrad-Johnson 17LS Tube Preamplifier (Amperex Holland 60s tubes)
- Rotel RMB-1095 5X200W power amplifier
- Wilson Benesch Discovery loudspeakers

I am looking for a solid-state power amplifier with 200WPC minimum to drive the WB loudspeakers. I originally thought of getting a set of Parasound JC-1 monoblocks but realize that the heat dissipation would be an issue in my modest sized room. I will stick with a tube preamplifier however the brand/model may evolve over time.

Living in Canada, I thought that SimAudio and Classe would be two companies worth investigating. Both of these Quebec, Canada based companies have a good reputation for building high quality power amplifiers. Also both appear to be stable financially.

The current models I am looking at are:
- SimAudio WS, 190WPC
- Classe CA2200, 200WPC

If I win the lottery, I might consider getting the monoblock versions, ;-}
- SimAudio W10, 750WPC
- Classe CAM400, 400WPC

I am interested in the feedback of those who have compared the amplifiers of these two companies. Also feedback about these companies in general. I understand that Classe is now owned by the holding company that owns B&W and has a stake in Rotel. Not sure if SimAudio is still an independent company.
shuang
I must agree with Audio4ever. I had a 3BST and then a 4BST, I currently have the 5BST for my home theater, killer amp. But For two channel, not even close to my W5, never mind the new W7 or W8 out now. Comparing them is not even fair. The new SST stuff is a bit more refined IMO but I would never trade. That said, love Bryston stuff...just down the street from my house, IMO the best for home theater.... explosions and dialogue, IMO not for the ultimate in music reproduction. It is true that for their price points not much can touch Bryston amps except if you go tubes or more expensive SS like Sim - Classe etc.... Thats just from my own experience YMMV

Good listening
I too am considering Classe (CA-5200) and Simaudio (Moon Titan 5 channel) amplification. I am still in the process of finishing my listening room / HT. I have a pair of Wilson Sophia's and have heard the Classe CA-5200 with the Sophia 2 but neither amp with my Sophia's since they are still in the crates until I finish my room out. Any thoughts on these amps with the Wilson Sophia's or any other suggestions? Thanks
My two cents. Bryston is not in the same class as Sim imho . Its not a question of being fair