Yes, I like the B&K as well its a good amp.The Belles will allow you to forget good and help you escape into the feeling that your on another level.Pairing with the Vandersteen's properly set up should bring a newfound level of satisfaction.
If I were you I would grab it asap
Best JohnnyR
Hi Johnny, a follow-up
I’m just received an old Belles 400A, which I purchased from Adam at High End Audio Auctions In Brooklyn, said to be working in ‘perfect’ working order. After listening most the day yesterday, it seems to be working very well. As above, I had been looking at used 150A, and also 350A’s, but they all sold before I could make up my mind, so I jumped on this one. This amp has also received very favorable reviews from what I can find, in keeping with the other older Belles models.
Question: Unlike those other models I cannot find any specs or a copy of the original manual for the 400A on-line. I emailed David but have not heard back yet. Do you happen to have any literature on this amp? Appreciate any help you could provide.