I do believe you have a valid point.If a ss amp is of good quality it should not introduce a sonic signature.I do think if a person buys an amp like Rotel they are getting one of better build quality then the amps supplied in most recievers.When I play my music I do like to push it on occasion.This is where I think a person could tell the difference in a reciever and a good amp.Where the reciever starts to crap out on ya the amp will keep the sound nice and clean.Is it worth the extra dollars spent,to me I think it is.YMMV

Rick


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