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Upgrading from Integrated Amp to Separates

I have a Primaluna Dialogue Premium HP integrated amp now, driving Harbeth M40.1's.
I like the sound, but am considering upgrading to something more powerful and with greater finesse.
I have had solid state gear in the past and have always come back to tubes, so I think I want to stay with tubes.
I would like to get a stereo amp (no monoblocks) and match it to a very nice preamp.
I have been considering Balanced Audio Technology gear but beyond that I really don't know.
For my budget, I would prefer not to go over $10K total for both components.
I am in no hurry to make this change, just thinking and doing research right now.  I am willing to take more than a year to decide if necessary.  
Please give me your suggestions.
Thanks!
Peter
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snackeyp OP
455 posts
 
I have a question about the Lyngdorf amps.  I do not own one, but am intrigued.
I recently bought a Audioquest Niagara 7000 power conditioner, and have noticed serious noise reduction and sound improvement from my tube amp and other components.  
Will I benefit from the Niagara when using a digital amp like the Lyngdorf?  I assume yes, but I'd love to hear from those who have experience with this type of amp.
tweak1
3,677 posts
 
I have danced this dance many times; all tube systems, all SS systems, and tube pre SS amps. Since the amps are the hardest on tubes, consider SS amps (I love my Emerald Physics 100.2SEs) and the tube pre of your choice
2channel8
758 posts
 
@snackeyp , is there an update? BTW, which phono-pre and cartridge do/did you use with the I32?
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