Integrated vs. Separates on a 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.....

Integrated on a budget every time these days.  Check out Cambridge Evo all in one and be done.