Integrated vs. Separates on a Budget

Integrated here as well.   You can buy something really nice used for that budget 

Given the budget amount, the best sound is likely integrated. Then If you want to improve to the next level of sound quality you can add a individual component… like first preamp, the m amp, then streamer.. or something like that.., if you want to go to the next level.

I bought a used McIntosh Integrated amp (MA6500) in pristine condition from Audio Classics 2 years ago for $2500. It’s definitely worth checking their website periodically. 

@klimt,

Maybe look at the Schiit Freya + preamp and Vidar amp. Total cost :$1700, or a Ragnarok integrated amplifier $1500.

If you have efficient speakers ( 90+ ), check out the VINCENT HYBRID, SV 200.....(25 WPC x 8 ohms, 35 x 4). It may surprise you......definitely surprised me.

CHEERS.....