The Nagra VPS, about $7500. Not as many inputs, tougher to set loading, but smaller, cleaner design, more of a "modern" tube sound compared to the steelhead.
The AVID Pulsare, $5000. Solid state, but excellent quality, very neutral, killer bass big dynamics, super quiet.
ARC Ph7, I think about $6000
CJ TEA2 SE, about 5000 again a bit on the warm side but very good.
Of course Ivan will tell you to check out the Aesthetix Rhea.
Personally, I'd have a tough time between the Nagra and the Manley...
With the AVID a close second.
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