Integrated amp upgrade


I'm using a Classé Audio CAP-151 to drive my Thiel CS 3.7s at the moment.
I'm not sure if i should upgrade, anyway if i do so i'm looking for a used integrated amp in the $2K to $3K price range with balanced inputs.
I've seen a Sugden IA4 for $3K and a Musical Fidelity KW 550 for $2,4K but it's not balanced.
If i upgrade it would have to be really worth it otherwise i'd rather keep my CAP-151.
I have someone who would like to buy my CAP-151 for $1,6K.

thieliste
paraneer there is nothing wrong with my Classe except that i might add a pair of Thiel CS 7.2s to my Thiel collection.
CS 7.2s are difficult loads for modest int amps like my Classe.

mgreen27 yes my Hegel has a volume control, it might be a good idea to look for a solid amp you are right.


If you’re thinking of a pair of 7.2s, you can’t fiddle around with little amps. You need big power, so look to Threshold or Pass or Krell, etc. If you like the sound of the Classe, look to one of their bigger amps. With a volume control on the Hegel you might not need a separate preamp so more of your resources can go into the amp. Couple of possibilities:
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-threshold-stasis-7-0-2017-01-20-amplifiers-75243-dalla...
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-pass-labs-x250-solid-state-amplifier-2017-01-21-amplif...
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-classe-ct-2300-balanced-stereo-amplifier-2017-01-21-am...
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