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Integrated Amp Upgrade-itis hitting....

Hey all. Put together a system with GoldenEar Triton 3's, a Marantz CD6005 and Musical Fidelity A3.2 integrated. Lately, been getting the itch to "upgrade" the amp though while excellent in function and aesthetics is getting a tad long in tooth. So, my mind has been wandering about something different. Top 2 options right now are a Marantz PM 8005 and Rogue Sphinx. I'm open to suggestions based on the above. I listen to a lot of electric blues and classic rock. A phono section is important as I do spin some vinyl as well. Just looking for some input from some fellow audio nuts....
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chrisr
543 posts
 
Gabby, thanks for feedback!  How is the volume control?  Solidly built, smooth progression?
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jmac7
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I have gone through several amps and preamps and I now have the Line Magnetics 508IA integrated. It is the best sounding amp that I have ever had in my system.If you are looking for a great integrated,you could give this one a look.
gabby_835
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Chrisr, volume control is the e-MVOL2 which is effortless and just keeps getting louder with no effect of any kind on the music. SA has an explanation on their site. Same control as their reference pre-amp.
devilboy
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I heard a Sphinx driving Goldenears over a friend's house and the sound was fabulous. I truly was amazed.
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beernut OP
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Thanks devilboy. That's what I was curious about. Hopefully, I can demo one soon...

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