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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.


essrand
kren0006
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Heshfran have you compared your Pass or ML to latest Luxman integrateds just under $10k?  Appreciated the comparisons between Pass and ML?

Also, if you care to share, what is powering the two non-SS systems?  
freediver
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Brinkmann is bringing out their new Voltaire,I imagine it will be $10-12K...
curlyhifi
157 posts
 
Krell 300i with DAC. Most don't realize but the unsung heroes are alive and well and still working at Krell
essrand OP
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@heshfran, Thanks for your helpful post. Pass would be ruled out for now, since it's not an all-in-one, but will keep it in mind if I move away from my "all-in-one" mentality.
ML 585.5 I will add to the list. Thanks.

@jperry Thanks for the clarification. I am not sure why I thought Mimas was class D, Stereophile said something about FET stage something, so I took it as class D. My bad.

@smer319 Not a fan of JR Continuum, but CH Precision i1 is interesting, but doesn't it retail at 50K something?
essrand OP
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I will add Krell 300i to the list. Thanks.

Ooooooo....Brinkmann sounds amazing. Thanks for the heads up. Will keep an eye out. This might be the first real competitor to the 866, in my mind.

This is turning out to be very very useful so far. Appreciate all the help...
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