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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
essrand OP
297 posts
 
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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essrand OP
297 posts
 
Okay current list in order of preference, top to bottom:
Boulder 866
brinkmann voltaire
Dartzeel lhc-208
aesthetix mimas
hegel 590
ml585.5
krell 300i
diablo 300 (used, I prefer new)
mcintosh ma9000

did I miss something?

freediver
1,219 posts
 
I still say at half your budget the Electrocompaniet would kick serious audio A$$ in a blind listening test..
highend666
352 posts
 
After you heard all of these.. put the new Bladelius Audio Oden in your system
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