What’s the most badass $2k amp I can get?


I want a super awesome amp. New or used. I have a fully balanced DAC and Pre so xlr balanced inputs would be nice, plus I have a nice pair of xlr just lying around. Also, I’m a sucker for meters. What should I get? It’s a bedroom system, not a big room appx 12x12
Speakers: Sierra 2ex  (86db sensitivity)
Streamer: Node2i
dac: gungnir multibit
pre: Freya+ (w killer NOS tubes!)


andrewkelley

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My Thor are 87 db, so i know you will need power, maybe not pure class A, but certainly A/B. 
Here is my pick.
LM 501A, has 4 Big bad boys The KT120's,, and right at your  budget,,but you'll have to add in $350 ship fees.
She's a beaute,,if i did not have this jadis Defy7, i'd go for the LM 501A. as 1st choice.  
Offers only 1 AU, make ita  Philips SQ E80CC, for AX's go with Shugaung of any of your fav NOS, The 6SN, you have plenty of great choices, either NOS or Shugaung. 
rated
~~~100 watts~~, hefty beast at near 80 lbs. 
I think has a pre in, so you can employ your pre, or sell it. as the pre in the LM may top yours.