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Looking for a SS integrated Amplifier recommendation going into a new system

While waiting for a new speaker delivery, I have some time to start looking for a SS integrated amplifier, and hoping for some recommendations.

The speaker to pair with is Ascend Acoustics Sierra Tower with RAAL tweeter option that is around 91dB efficient, and the room size is 12x18x8.  I mostly listen to classical, jazz, female vocal, and the listening level normally is around 85dB, occasionally go up to 90dB.

I originally was looking for class-A integrated amplifier, but now would like to open the possibility to class-A/B as well to see what will be a good match for this new system I am putting together.

TIA
elan120
geof3
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Oh boy, that’s a big box to play in. What, if any, bells and whistles are you looking at? DAC/Streaming, phono, simple inputs, single ended or both? Lots and lots of options.
elan120 OP
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Not much other features to consider, for sure no need for DAC, streaming, or phono.  I use server I build as source, have separate DAC already, as well as dedicated network setup for steaming, so the integrated amp I hope to get will just be driving the speakers.
geof3
1,129 posts
 
Three right off the top,

Hegel H390
Pass Labs Int 60
Pass Labs Int 25 (pure class A single ended only)

Simaudio 600i would be a great choice as well.

All are within, or close to your budget.
elan120 OP
35 posts
 
Thank you.  I will check them out, and Pass Labs Int 25 has been high on my list, since I could try it with my headphone as well.
soix
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