I like Nrchy statement," Don't take anyone's word", but use your own ear's with your gear in a home audtion. I went through a audtion process that included ML, Boulder, VTL, Antique Labs, and finally replaced my Pass Labs Aleph 1's with an Edge NL-10 for a couple of years with great sonic pleasure. Untill, I heard the Pass Labs X-350.5 which is the most gratifying amp I have ever had in my system. I wrote a reveiw here on the GON on the 350.5 which might be helpful to you. It's a great amp and might be a great fit with your gear and your personnal taste. Good luck, start audtioning, and tell us about what your ear's tell you.