what is the best amp you've ever heard

Pass Aleph 1.2 monoblocks. they converted a pair of the somewhat forward-sounding B&W-801S3 Matrix speakers to near state-of-the-art. they always said the 801's wouldn't reach their full potential without the right electronics. the 1.2's may not be sufficient for speakers that dip into low impedences, but my brother's pair has never disappointed him on any speaker he has tried. i dare nelson pass to re-issue them- the XA-200.5's are out of my price range...

...the new chalice audio 'grail' set is the best tube amp i have ever heard...( see the review on positive feedback ) there is ..as i understand it...another review coming out in the near future that will also state the superb sonic abilities of this amp.

Mesa Boogie, fed by my brother jammin' live on his 1971 goldtop Les Paul :-) -jz

Best tube amp - pair of Spectron Musician III Mk2 monoblocks
Why - do the audiogon search and see what both reviewers and users are saying !
All The Best
Rafael

Atma-Sphere MA-2's (Tube)
BAT 600M SE (solid state)