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Smooth sounding integrated

I’m looking for a smooth sounding solid state integrated amp that is not muffled sounding for less the $1000. Is there anything like this? Years ago I had a Denon stereo receiver that sounded pleasant for tv and movies in our lively family room. A lot has changed since then and would like to try going down this road again, but with a better integrated amp for the family room.
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hilde45
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PS Sprout 100, perhaps
insearchofprat
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VINTAGE : Not an integrated but can be used like one: Parasound HCA-1000A. Has volume pots on the back so it can play clearly and cleanly without a preamp: good power (125w/CH 8 ohms), good current, (45 amps) great damping factor (800). If you want more - go to the HCA-1500...
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mjcmt OP
710 posts
 
I'll look into Yamaha and Bel Canto too. Looks like I have lots of options to further my search for an amp. Thanks
jrwaudio
346 posts
 
The PS Audio  Sprout 100 is rated at 100 watts per channel and has a small footprint

Sprout100 | PS Audio
https://www.psaudio.com/sprout100/
hrabieh
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Hegel H80 used is about 800-900.. just sold mine.. price is creeping up because they are becoming popular.
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