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suggestions for used class A integrated under $2k

Hi all...

i'm looking to change things up a bit. I figured I'd gain more value by going with a class A integrated (w/remote!) than with componants.
I like to keep it simple.

Looking for suggestions? I can't demo anything in my area as all there is for moderate hi-fi is B&K and Rotel dealers, and they mostly focus on multi-channel stuff. I'm only looking for two channels. Two *really nice* channels.
My goal is to spend as little as possible..but stay under $2k for sure. $1500 would be my ideal target price.

Im thinking Plinius 8200mkII or Krell kav 300i as they seem to come up in my price range.
Also curious as to the Jolida integrated.

Tube or SS, no matter. I've only heard SS so i'm in for experimenting!
I'm coming from a nice tube pre and McCormack DNA-1.

I listen to mostly live rock/fusion recordings, but also all the classic jazz, country, chamber music and everything in between. I like big soundstage, pinpoint imaging and plenty of punch. I'll be driving a pair of Von Schweikert VR2's in a nearfield setting in pretty big room.

thank you for your suggestions.
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jla
231 posts
 
If you can swing it, I would highly recommend the new Krell 400xi for $2,500. Quite differrent from the older Krells......
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nickspicks OP
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hmm...only a grand over budget.
can't go there. im sure there are tonz of awesome products...out of my price range.
still, thanks for the suggestion.
jiwitn
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400xi or 300il. I love Krell.
fishwater
178 posts
 
I often wonder what comprimises you must make to have an integrated at any price level vs. seperates.
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nickspicks OP
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I think you can find comprimises on either side of the fence w/this debate.

the big one that I see is you are "trapped" in a system you cant tweak outside of cables. Where as, you can always get new pres, or a new amp when you go with seperates.

Overall, I think you can get higher caliber equipment for less money with an integrated...but that is just my completely uneducated opinion pulled from the deep reaches of my arse.

For me, its all about two things.
less cables and the biggie, REMOTE!!
:)
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