Ultimate headphone amp?


What are some of the better headphone amps out there for use with HD650's? I have had the Earmax before which was very, very enjoyable. Either tube or "warmish" sounding solid state will do. I have read reviews but not listened to Sugden, SinglePower and RudiStor. I have tried Headmax before but did not like the slightly cold/sterile sound, I prefer the slightly "tubish" or "euphonic" with "richer harmonics" sound. What else should I consider?
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The Single Power units can be tailored just by changing tubes. If you want lush..throw in lush tubes. The 6sn7 should give you what you crave.Or try some of Mikhail's tube inserts and experiment with many different types of tubes. You have to ask yourself. Do you want a head-amp that is versatile in sound. Or one that sounds the same no matter what you throw in the sockets. I like my head-amp so much I use it as a preamp. It's the quietest tube component I've experienced personally at home..no hum, no hiss, no snaps, crackles or pops. These units are terrific tubed preamps by the way. Definitely one of the best kept secrets in audio.

Good luck with the hunt