Integrated amp for my Dynaudio Contour 30s!

Man, some of you audio nuts have serious tastes! Pass Labs? A little out of my range.
Started reading Plinius Hautonga reviews since that’s within reach. I heard Classe 2200i has some display issues somewhere.
I didn’t hear anything regarding Krell Vanguard or Anthem STR, all within my budget so far.  One big perspective I have is that I am not keen on buying much older equipment(doesn't matter how great the deal is).
There is a reason why manufacturers constantly bring out new stuff as time goes forward.  Technology usually gets better, not worse.  Therefore even high-end stuff, I believe in trickle down evolution.  Thus even audio equipment will get cheaper and better as we go forward.  Am I wrong?  Are there say 10-20-year-old stuff that is better than current stuff?
Thank you, everyone, for inputs!

How about something totally different and could be a end game component for you like it was for me.

Lyngdorf tdai-2170.

Best of luck in your search,
Kenny.

Oops didn’t mention that I don’t have Dyn speakers but do have Silverline Bolero Supremes that use all Dyn drivers,outstanding synergy with the 2170.IMO.

Kenny.

Carmenc - Many thanks!

I used to have older Krell pre power with the previous generation Contour S3.4.

A little to bright up top for my liking. The current Krell's are better in this regard but do not have the same bass slam.

I would still recommend Pass or Gryphon over Krell.