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Integrated w/phono but no DAC

Another integrated thread:

Could you recommend some integrateds that include a phono stage, but do not have an internal DAC?

Budget: $500-$1000

Speakers: Wharfdale Diamond 10.7 (long 25ft run)

Does anyone make something that also includes a Tuner anymore? Used or new ok!

Thanks!

leemaze
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glennewdick
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I'm thinking you should look at a vintage restored receiver. Marantz, Luxman, Sansui, Accuphase etc. all made full featured receivers that are quite good if you get one that has been recapped. Late model Luxman's and Sansui's from the late 70-early 80s are very good after a recap same for Accuphases older stuff.

for example I sold last year a Luxman L560 a wonderful 50wpc class A amp that's the direct predecessor to the current top L590axii at close to $9k so 95% of the sound quality  of a $9k amp for $1000-1500 not bad. that particular one did not have a tuner but there are many very good vintage receivers that are a lot better then you may think.

new  there must be a NAD, Yamaha in that price range. their new stuff is quite good.

mickeyb
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Get a vintage Yamaha receiver. They have a decent phono section with a neutral sound. You could get a real nice one with your budget. 
stevecham
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I recently picked up a used NAD C375BEE for about $800 and I bought and installed their $200 PP375 phono module which will play both MM and MC cartridges. Using several MM carts with it, I am very happy with the sound. Just another idea...
rbstehno
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I should add that you can also modify the phono and preamp sound of the rogue Cronus magnum by tube rolling. When I had it I kept the kt120 tubes but changed most of the others with better tubes
mesch
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I would consider the Outlaw if looking for a receiver Yamaha also makes one in your price range. Both do contain phonostage and DAC.
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