What integrated amp under a grand is your favorite

I agree with Celtic66. I really enjoyed my Audio Refinement Complete integrated. It's basically an entry level YBA integrated...great engineering and build quality.!

I had the pleasure of hearing the Almarro A205A 4.5 watt integrated at the last CES.
I've been using one (purchased used for $415 -new retail is $800) for about three months (with KEF Q1's).
This thing is BASIC in that it allows only one input.
I sounds, however like something MUCH more powerful (the maker says it is due to oversized output transformers).
I just moved into a new dwelling and have not had the urge to unbox my ARC VT-100 Mk III (but will eventually...).
Using sound as the yardstick, the Almarro just kicks ass! Very pure, fast, clean -you name it!
The maker is thinking about including a headphone jack which would make this puppy a monster!
Death to high priced audio!

Although I have not heard the other suggested amps, I currently own a Audio Refinement Complete Integrated. It compares remarkably well to other more expensive separates I have had.

Krell KAV-300i with Magnepan 1.6/QR. If you get both used, then add a Cd player and maybe a turntable for under $3k.

Panasonic SA XR45 all digital