Giofer69, I think that the Cambridge, Bryston and ARC units would be a good match with the PSB's. A Marantz SA8003 SACD or the newer model would be a good match as well. I would also consider a Bench Mark or PS Audio Digilink III DAC instead of a CDP. I can't comment on Krell, Creek, Perreaux or audiolab.

If you are interested in a high power Hybrid Tube amp you should consider on of the Van Alstine FET Valve amps from avahifi.com. They have a 30 day return policy. Give Frank Van Alstine a call as he always answers his phone and loves to talk audio. He is on vacation right now and will be back in town next week. His gear does not have the bling factor but it is a lot of bang for the buck. Check out his forum at- http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?board=48

http://avahifi.com/index.php?option=...26c75a882c4435

The power ratings are at 8ohms and are double at 4ohms. The FET+ valve amps have been recently upgraded and are very dynamic and have a smooth warmer sound, very open and transparent sound. Bass is very punchy and fast. Treble is crisp and clear.

The Benchmark DAC, Cambridge Audio 840c and 740c and Rega Apollo CDP's would be excellent mates to the AVA gear. By the way, I owned both the 840c and 740c. They sounded very similar. I'm not sure the extra $600 for the 840c is worth it unless you want true XLR outputs and the ability to use it as a DAC for other digital gear. Audioadvisor is running a sale on the 740c right now.