I have been jonsen for a new amp and had a few different models in mind. The XTC always seemed priced out of reach but Griff was selling this one at a reasonable price(for an XTC mind you) and I jumped on it. Not saying I'll keep it forever. This will be my 2nd XTC. I owned my first one during a time where I was amp flipping like crazy. I think I owned an Uber, a 101b and a SLO in the same year. I'd like to give the XTC another try. We all know what phenominal amps these are. Super versitile and killer lead machines. If I find that I still play my FJA modded 5150 more then I'll move it. Thats just being realistic. Bottom line is these are legendary amps. The XTC deserves a second look.