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Integrateds: Why do they all SUCK?

I’m trying to find a HIGH QUALITY integrated that has:
1. A no-corners-cut real class A - A/B power stage.
2. A real, high quality analog preamp line stage.
3. A good phono stage.

Aside from a few very high end products, the above described integrateds seem not to exist. Why can’t I find a quality integrated? Do we just have to accept having a pile of boxes?
madavid0
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uberwaltz
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Mark.....gets my vote as best post of this decade tbh.
But the subject matter carries on and blithely ignores it....
Oh btw can I send you the dry cleaning bill for when I read it I spilled my hot coffee all over my shorts!
Well worth it...lol
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uberwaltz
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This thread needs a warning sign

" do not feed the trolls, they may bite!"
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jond
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A volume control is an attenuator pure and simple that is all. If you don't attenuate the volume you will have no speakers or eardrums left.
facten
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madavis0

I don't see anywhere in this thread what equipment you presently have that you are looking to replace. Care to disclose?
facten
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madavid0

meaning specifically (brand(s)/models) disclose
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