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Intigrated Amp Dilemma

A little background:

I am currently using a Parasound Halo Integrated amp driving a pair of Golden Ear Triton 2 speakers. I noticed when getting the volume up to a really good level, the amp strains a bit and the sound gets thin.  I am talking at most 93-95db but usually I listen at less than 87db.

Very shortly, I will be moving my Golden Ear Triton 1 speakers into the system where the Triton 2 speakers resides as I am taking delivery of the new GE References in a week or two. I do not think the bigger Triton 1 speakers will be a great match with the Parasound integrated, I will probably sell the Triton 2 speakers.

I am thinking of buying a better sounding integrated with a bit more power and more reserve power. I would need 3 line inputs (single ended) and a built in dac. I am NOT interested in any Class D amps. I want to keep it around 5-6K new Can I be pointed in the right direction please?

Thank you!

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tomstruck
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You might think of moving the speakers closer to the wall or the corner to bass load the speaker to sound a little less thin and try some tubes I have a Rogue Audio Cronos Magnum
dill
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Pass Labs
https://www.passlabs.com/amplifier/int-150

dill
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Pass Labs
https://www.passlabs.com/amplifier/int-250
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stereo5 OP
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@tomstruck

My last integrated amp I used upstairs was a Rogue Cronus Magnum 100wpc amp with the KT120 tubes. The solid state is fine, it’s just when it is really pushed. Don’t forget, the Triton 2 have powered woofers so I am only driving 2 midranges and the folded tweeter. The bass is excellent even when pushed, it’s the mids and highs which get thin.

I am willing to spend up to 6 K new as long as it has 3 single ended aux inputs and a built in dac with an rca input. It also needs to be at least 200wpc and not Class D.

 I can't get the speakers any closer to corners and closer to wall due to slant of ceiling where speakers are located.  There isn't enough height.
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@dill 

Would truly love that amp but its double what I can spend.   I already spent 8K on the Triton References so my funds are limited.

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