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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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wtf
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The OP does the same over at Computer Audio as well. He has excellent click-bait skills: 

https://www.computeraudiophile.com/forums/topic/38458-electrostat-speakers-trash/http:// 


dill
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Funny read, I think he confuses "facts" with his opinion.
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mapman
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Uber c5i is MM phono only.  
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I just took delivery of a Viva Solistino IA, it will replace my Modwright
LS-100  PA and KWA 150SE amp. The Viva is an 845 SET with 18 W class  'A'. So far it's not lacking anything and is driving my speakers just fine. I am a big fan of Modwright gear, also had the KWI-200, and was nervous about replacing my MW gear with an all tube based IA system.  To be fair, I'm still getting accustomed to the Viva performance but glad  I made the move a good designed and built IA can and will compete with seperates. It comes down to individual personal preference. 
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