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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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sbayne
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Staying under $1K used for solid state I'd go with the Anthem 225 (doesn't have a tuner). Tubed I'd go with a restored Fisher 800. Both have excellent sound quality.
leemaze OP
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@veroguy - the yamaha stuff intrigues me quite a bit.  I had an AVR from them and liked the room tuning but the rhythm and timing of the amp lacked drive - a sort of lazy sound.  

Could you describe your experience with it compared to other integrateds?  What speakers do you have? Thank you!!
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willland
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My experience with the Yamaha A-S1000(nice phono, no DAC) analog integrated with my Klipsch RB-75 "bookshelf" speakers has been nothing short of spectacular. Great pace and timing with a punchy low end. Built rock solid at 48.5 pounds.  Heard really good things about the A-S801 also.


Bill

jl35
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Upper level Yamaha integrateds very different than their AVR’s
leemaze OP
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@jl35 would you consider the R-N803 and A-S801 in their “upper level”?
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