What is the amp for magnepan's: tube or solid?

Wolcotts. Tireguy is giving you insufficient information about the JC-1s. They're not the best; they're good, and that's where it starts and ends. They lack the articulation and refinement of the Wolcotts and bass control of some other more expensive solid-state amps. In short, they're overrated, which is to say they perform at their price point and no more.

Hold it, Tireguy. I did believe the Parasound was superior--until I received the Classe back from the factory and it had been upgraded. The upgrade took it to a level that went way beyond what the Parasound can accomplish, I think. I will put the Parasound back into double-check, but I don't believe it has the same power reserves, finesse, and control. This is not to say it isn't an excellent amp and may well be able to power a more modest speaker like the 3.6.

Also, Tireguy, I believe it's somewhat misleading for you to ascribe to me your decision to procure the Parasounds. It would be nice if I enjoyed that kind of persuasive power, but I believe a certain Oregonian may have had to do more with it if I'm not mistaken.

no offense taken. I thought you made some good points.