I just couldn't decide so I ordered both!!! Gonna be shoot-out at my place pretty soon 'tween the Welborne DRD 45 and the Audio Note Kit1. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!
Wow, two great choices! I've had the AN Kit1 for years and its a fine amp. I haven't heard the Welborne DRDs, but a pair of Welborne Laurels (300B) have been my primary amps for years. I don't think you can go wrong with Ron's stuff.
Congrats. I too have 45 DRD and 300b DRD tube amps, and a bunch of other ones too. This is a very addictive hobby we all share. Now you too can experience active speaker crosovers and biamplification of your speakers. Good luck. John C.