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Which integrated amp for better musicality - Parasound Hint vs Primaluna vs ???

I've been having a blast looking up threads and doing some research but my dilemma is this - I want to get more enjoyment out of my music (don't we all). My Anthem and Oppo setup honestly sound great but I can't help but think that maybe I am missing out. I am thinking of upgrading some of my gear by either adding an integrated amp or separates. I'd love to hear some recommendations. Based on some reading, I am considering: 

1. Parasound Halo Integrated 6
2. Primaluna Dialogue Premium or Premium HP

My current setup is as follows: 

Oppo 105D
Anthem MRX 510 AVR
Ascend Acoustic Sierra RAAL Towers and Horizon Center

Any recommendations or thoughts would be greatly appreciated. 
freesole
freesole OP
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Line Magnetic LM508
@waltersalas @plga some very convincing arguments for the LM508. @waltersalas are you selling yours? The only concern I have is the lack of ht bypass. I have a center channel that I like to run for movies and the like and I would like to be able to continue utilizing a 3.1 setup for those times. 

@bradf I am liking what I am hearing about the Decware. Sounds like only good things said about this one. 

This thread has been eye opening. I originally went in considering Primaluna as my tube choice but I'm seeing that there are other great options in that price range including Rogue Audio, Line Magnetic and Decware. 
freesole OP
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The Rogue Audio Pharaoh sounds like a great option as well - includes HT bypass?
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waltersalas
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@freesole I am reluctantly selling it. I bought a Lyngdorf 3400 and really love both of these units, but my room is a bit odd-shaped and benefits the room correction. It does not, however, have that SET magic that the Line Magnetic has.
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bradf
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There are a couple of Audio Research Integrated Amp options you may want to consider. Both are above your budget off the shelf new. but sell in the 4500.00 to 5000.00 range used.

I have not heard either of these integrated amps, but based on other AR equipment I have heard and reviews of both these I/amp's, I would be incline to find a nearby dealer and have a listen


http://www.stevehuffphoto.com/the-audio-research-vsi-75-integrated-amplifier-review/

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis952d5-audio-research-vt-80-1-year-old-tube
mr_m
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freesole,
The Rogue Pharaoh integrated would be a good choice. It is a hybrid tube pre with a class D output. (175 wpc.) Also has HT bypass. MM/MC phono stage and a pair of balanced inputs.
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