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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
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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.
mr_m
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freesole,
The Rogue Pharaoh integrated would be a good choice. It's a hybrid tube pre section with a class D output (175 wpc). Also has a MM/MC phono stage and a pair of balanced inputs.
mr_m
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Sorry about my double posts. Had some computer problems. Or maybe it was me.....:-)
helomech
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I've owned the Halo Integrated, the Rogue CMII (stock tubes), and the Pharaoh. Both the Cronus and Halo are better amps by a good margin. I actually preferred the Sphinx V2 to the Pharaoh as it seemed to have more grunt despite the specs.

I'd check out Raven Audio's recently revised Nighthawk - the only tube integrated I'm aware of with a built-in, adjustable high pass filter for sub integration.

If you want a SS amp that can actually mimic some tube sonics (unlike the Rogue hybrids), consider the Yamaha A-S2100. 

This amp is very intriguing:
https://stillaudio.com/products
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