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Best cheap integrated amp <$500 new

I'm looking to minimize my system in retirement, as I find my stereo gets minimal use. I'm looking to buy a NEW integrated amplifier under $500. 
For now I will keep my TT, DAC, and phono preamp. Next I will downsize to smaller speakers. My current system is listed in virtual systems.
Thank you. 
mjcmt
ericsch
767 posts
 
Yamaha and Marantz have Integrateds in your price range. My son has the Yamaha S801 and it sounds very good with his Harbeth C7’s.
mobboss696
3 posts
 
The Yamaha AS 801 is about 899.00 I believe. The AA 501 is approximately 500.00.
genesis777
112 posts
 
Cambridge Audio has the CXA80 on Ebay quite often at $450.00,
80 watts per ch with a decent DAC.

genesis777
112 posts
 
Accessories4less has this unit which is pretty nice.

DENON PMA-800NE Stereo Integrated Amplifier w/built-in
DAC and Phono Preamplifier $419.99
zm
121 posts
 
Used Rega Brio-R can be had for about $500 or less.  Certainly not the last word in resolution or finesse, but a lot of fun at that price point.
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