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Integrated amp with preamp tubes

Hi All,

I'm curious with perhaps downsizing my Bryston 3B3 & VTL 2.5(tube) with a good quality Integrated amp. 

Question: Are there integrated amps with a tube pre inside ? Would that be called a "Hybrid" integrated ?

I really like the tube/Solid state combo. I like a little warmth with my music. I'm just kicking tires at the moment. I know many will say that separates are the best way to go, but still curious to do some research on quality Integrated amps.Probably looking at $4000usd(used)

Love to hear some input, thanks in advance.

bunkertoy
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bunkertoy OP
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I noticed BAT has a Hybrid. That looks like a top tier piece of gear, might be out of my price range though.

kennyc
1,812 posts
 

Maybe a used Krell K300i. Sliding bias with class A sound (tubelike warmth)

inna
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Unless your speakers demand it - why go with solid state power amp ?

There are two VAC all tube integrated for sale here and on usaudiomart. Yeah, they are more than $4k but might be worth it.

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