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Sub $2,000 Integrated Amp Recommendations

I currently have Klipsch Forte iv speakers, SVS 3000 Micro Subwoofer, Mofi StudioDeck with a master tracker and the Mofi StudioPhono going into my Denon pma-600ne and a WiiM mini. I've considered options below but really open to anything other than tube amps.  

  • Music Fidelity A1 and M3si
  • Leak 130 or 230
  • ARCAM Radia A25 
  • Cambridge CXA81
  • Audiolab 7000A

I am sure I can do much better than the Denon, that can be overly warm and muddy at times. 

 

 

 

chrisroot76
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lrlacosse
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Look for these two units and, with those speakers you will experience a whole new level of listening.

-    CHoco EMEI Integrated Amp

-    Denafrips Areis DAC

Get them used and the cost will be at your price point. I have the Pontus and a year ago used a REGA Aethos amp.  Bought the Choco amp and it bested the REGA.(in MY system).

I recently purchased a Pass Labs INT-25 so my Choco will be up for sale soon.

Lawrence From MI

 

elliottbnewcombjr
5,685 posts
 

I always recommend you search slightly above your budget, to know what is available if you stretch your budget some before deciding

hifishark, ’integrated amplifier’ max $2500,

Anyone know about Devaliet? this very unique piece popped up

 

review of the 120

https://www.soundstageaccess.com/index.php/equipment-reviews/570-devialet-120-integrated-amplifier-dac

manual of the 140 (one for sale is 120 model) shows how the inputs can be configured for various devices.

 

elliottbnewcombjr
5,685 posts
 

Arcam says 200 wpc

 

elliottbnewcombjr
5,685 posts
 

Parasound, feature laden

 

blackbag20
505 posts
 

Not bad options you have, OP. I would take a higher-end, used approach. The Music Room is an excellent resource, highly regarded vendor. For instance:

 

 

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