Boulder, gryphon and Rowland. All top notch high end equipment. You’ll have nothing but smiles with any of those companies.
All-in-one integrated, 10-15K range, class A/B only
For a second system. I want to buy a SS all-in-one integrated. At least 200W in 8ohm.
When I say all-in-one means it has to have DAC built-in (preferable a very nice DAC commensurate to the price point of the system). I would highly prefer a streamer built-in as well.
Am super excited about the new Boulder 866. It seems to be the only one satisfying all the criterion.
Another option could be the Accuphase E-800 with DAC module (but no streaming).
DAG Progression but it crosses 18K without DAC.
Any other options?
I am not interested in anything Class-D. It has to be Class A/B amplifier.
Speakers are TBD as well.
When I say all-in-one means it has to have DAC built-in (preferable a very nice DAC commensurate to the price point of the system). I would highly prefer a streamer built-in as well.
Am super excited about the new Boulder 866. It seems to be the only one satisfying all the criterion.
Another option could be the Accuphase E-800 with DAC module (but no streaming).
DAG Progression but it crosses 18K without DAC.
Any other options?
I am not interested in anything Class-D. It has to be Class A/B amplifier.
Speakers are TBD as well.
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The darTZeel LHC-208 fits your criteria (including built-in streamer) and sounds lovely. Happy to send one your way to audition. Cheers, Colin darTZeel dealer https://gestalt.audio |
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Two products I have either auditioned or own a member of the same family. The Gryphon Diablo 300 (300w @ 8 ohms/600w @ 4 ohms) is above your price range and DAC module is extra, but perhaps you can find a dealer demo. Mark Levinson 585.5 (200/400w) is just slightly above your budget. I auditioned the former with entry level Magico speakers and the sound was highly neutral, clear and detailed with black background and good imaging. I own a Levinson dual monaural power amplifier (250/500w) and have loved it for years. I recommend you try to listenIng to the same speakers (preferably in the same room) with any amps you consider so you can identify the difference in the amps rather than speakers or room. You have received several other good suggestions. |
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