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Integrated Amp $1200 or less

I’m currently using an Anthem I225 integrated amp and am consider a different integrated.

I would prefer solid state.  I am not opposed to used and actually prefer that route if I can get more bang for the buck that way.

Im wanting something that still has enough power to drive my speakers (Fritz Carreras) to satisfyingly high levels.

I’m preferring an integrated so I don’t need an additional power cord and rca cords.

I’m open to suggestions.  I could be swayed into spending a little more if I can get alot more performance.

I’m looking for more refinement.  My source is a bluesound node 2i and I’m currently using the dac in the bluesound.  
I’d prefer getting an integrated with no dac and will upgrade my Dac later.  Again, I wouldn't rule out a great integrated that has a dac!


Thanks ahead of time for the suggestions!


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gregm
3,409 posts
 
If you're not averse to vintage, the Pioneer A7 or A8 or A9 were excellent amps, class A for some of the way (they had a circuit like Pass' sliding bias)

Worth looking for! They go for well within your budget.

jl35
4,060 posts
 
someone is listing a Chris Johnson modified/upgraded 225 here for under your price...Belles Aria usually just slightly above your price point
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hilde45
5,090 posts
 
@mesch here on Agon loved this Vincent and expressed regret for selling it. Hybrid tube/solid state. Used, here: https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649626834-vincent-sv-236mk/

And this is a bit broad, but some local Colorado options:

Fort Collins: https://www.audioalternative.com/clearance-overstock/
Arcam Solo Neo Integrated Amp
$1600 Now $750
Rogue Sphinx 2 Integrated Amp
$1495 Now $950

Lots of options here: https://tmraudio.com/components/integrated-amplifiers/?sort=priceasc
tweak1
3,680 posts
 
Underwood HiFi has a few W4S integrates well within your price range. Excellent value
mesch
3,529 posts
 
Maybe something like a used Pathos Classic Model One, a hybrid tube/SS that delivers 70wpc into 8ohms, 130wpc into 4ohms.  Another option is the Vincent SV-236, also a hybrid having about 2x the power.  I believe your Fritz speakers are fairly easy to drive, at least not difficult.   
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