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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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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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There is a Cary amp I may look into.  Its a SI-300.2D class A/B integrated with enough inputs, power 300wpc, and an AK built in dac.  It's 6K retail.
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gdhal
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@stereo5 

You already know we have the same speakers, and have similar musical taste, so I might as well recommend the amp I use.

You may want to consider a Musical Fidelity M6si.
http://www.musicalfidelity.com/products/m6series/m6si

Well within your budget, plenty of power, has a built-in USB DAC and plenty of inputs.
erik_squires
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I am honestly pretty surprised. That is a pretty beefy integrated.

However your description of the sound quality is very close to my only experience with those speakers.

Best,

E
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