Recommnedation for the BEST SOUNDING integrated amp up to $3500


Possible downsizing on the way. Therefore, would like to get recommendation for the "best sounding" integrated amp up to $3500 and with at least 100RMS. I generally would be buying used to stretch my buying limit. 


Don't need or want a built in DAC, tone controls, or streaming devices or USB inputs and output. Though, it might be impossible to forego these features in integrated amps made in the last 5 to 7 years  One major consideration would be an integrated that can compete with many separates combos.    

I realize I maybe grasping at straws in my price category 


Thank you,

sunnyjim  

sunnyjim
Easy decision. Kinki Studio EX-M1: https://www.kinki-studio.com/ex-m1

If you need more features, check out the 'news' section and
there's a "+" version with HT bypass and RCA outs for a sub.

All the best,
Nonoise
Tough to find, but Musical Fidelity Tri Vista 300 gave me 15 years of serious smiles. I just had it re--tubed and capped and I'm expecting it to out-live me. To my ears, a just right balance of punch and finesse. The Musical Fidelity line of newer products must have some of that DNA, but I haven't felt like shopping in a long time, so I won't speculate.