Musical Fidelity A308 vs, A3.2 int amps

I have not heard the above. However, the A300 is cleaner and has better "air" surrounding the vocals when compared with the A3 int amp. The sonic difference was well worth the price difference.

Tommy.

You may want to consider going for used a3 or a3.2 separates - probably the same price as the integrated A308 and, perhpaps better. I have the seperates with the N804's and it is a great combo.

I have been using the A308 int for the past year. I originally bought a A3.2 CD player and I was considering the A3.2 int, but the 308 is in a different league. It delivers very clean power. The sound stage is much better than the 3.2 - very wide and deep. It also presents a dark background that gives you a sense of spaciousness. I agree with the review from Soundstage.com. Couldn't be happier with my choice.

As it happens, I have a 3.2 CD player and an a308 integrated, like Eyeballman. They go with Triangle Celius speakers and moderate cable and interconnect.

Anyway, if you are going to spend more on an amp or a cd player, make it the amp. Unfortunately, I cannot compare 3.2 integrated to a308. However, I love the grip the a308 exerts on my [admittedly sensitive] Triangles. Also, the 3.2 CD player goes well, indeed perfectly, with the a308 integrated. The a308 integrated is just a beautiful piece of metal. Spring for it if you can.

Haven't heard both side by side but I wonder if it's more a choice of type of sound vs. quality of sound. A3.2 separates leaner and quicker. A308 more bass, more rolled off highs.