@OP
Ein grünes Unterseeboot
As to the ATC integrated, I only have experience of the original which did run quite hot. I've no idea if the new casework changed that at all or how many watts, or not, are in A class. It's a damn fine amp though! IIRC it was only 1500 sqiddlies back then which made it stonkingly good value for the sonic performance.
My 15w A class power amp ( another forum group project DIY jobby ) has overrated sinking and runs marginally over warm. It's PSU sink gets hotter though, was thinking of up-speccing that.
Hmmm, Ashley-talk, he was already with AVI when I was selling both brands, can't remember the ATC rep's name of the time, tall guy, ex Technics. He was a collector of notable audio products over the years, he had a large garage full of interesting stuff. Very passionate about the ATC product, technically minded and a nice chap. Who do they have now doing the rounds?
Thanks, I had forgotten how close together were/are the ATC and AVI factories.
I do like A class amps and "sublime", is a good descriptor in my book. For me it's the sweet spot between A/B and valves, taking the best of both with some pixie dust added.
If I ever buy a new amp I'll be giving
@CJ14 a call for one of his beasties!