I don't recommend buying new. If you had to, Rega Brio. But the Rogue Sphinx is a favorite too.
Now if you have speakers with >95db ......Decware.
Now if you have speakers with >95db ......Decware.
What do you think is the best integrated amplifier under 1000
I just don't see long-term happy happy with the Sprout. Great suggestions above; Rogue, Van Alstine ... I'd add Odyssey Audio to that list ... Definitely check out The Music Room: https://tmraudio.com/components/integrated-amplifiers/ |
I got the Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated last Winter and have been totally satisfied with it. Upgrading from Emotiva separates, I found it had plenty of power and control, while improving bass and mid-bass definition and imaging. I've used A/AB for 40+ years and I have been very impressed and relieved at the improvements brought forth by the change to "class D". It's a little higher than the OP's budget at 1195. I has many features I don't see often in It's price range: resister ladder volume vontrol, Burr Brown DAC, bass management, decent phono stage for MC/MM, back lit remote with bass, treble and sub level controls, even a sub on/Off so you can hear exactly what the sub id doing or not doing from your listening position. https://theaudiobeatnik.com/review-newclassic-200-from-parasound/ https://parasound.com/200_Integrated.php The caveat: This model has been affected by the global chip shortages and may be difficult to find. |