Integrated suggestions


Hi all,  for personal reasons I need to sell my $17k tube integrated & would have to replace it with something much cheaper - around $4k, maybe $5k...

I only mention the price of my current amp so you're familiar with the level of performance to which I am accustomed. 

It would need to have at least one balanced input, line only is fine, at least 30W PC, any class is OK as long as it offers exceptional performance for its price point! Tube or SS. Capability to run 4ohm speakers.

Any suggestions...?

I know there are many but you guys may suggest something I may not consider.

Thanks. 

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@rhljazz 

I sold my Luxman LX-380 to purchase the Gato Amp 150 AE and have zero regrets. It’s an amazing integrated with all the juice I need to run my Aerial Acoustics 7T. 


 The sound is so clean and pure. Even my wife commented when she first heard it. I have been so impressed by it. A keeper for sure. If I ever upgrade from here, it would likely be Gato’s own separates. I do not feel any need to do so at the moment though. I am beyond happy with it.

 

As for the previous comment by another user about fan noise, if it’s there, I’ve never heard it from my listening position. 
 

I use the HT bypass feature out from my Anthem MRX-1120 into the Gato and even my home theater sounds better with the Gato powering the front pair.

 

I hope this is helpful with regards to your interest in this particular unit. Too many times, as hobbyists, we are unable to find reviews, opinions or adequate feedback regarding a particular piece. Good luck in your search.

 

Cheers!

 

@infection 

Why not AR i50? Seems right up your alley and in your wheelhouse price wise... Maybe Canor Virtus i2 40/20wpc class A. I would go with the Canor which just debuted at Munich, but 7k.

Good luck and happy Hunting

my Gato 150 is seemingly totally quiet. if interested in Gato, the top of the line 150 is Class AB and no DAC...the less expensive but more powerful 250 and 400 are Class D and include DAC...

Also recommend Michi 3x (paired w/ Rose 150 + Focal 1038Be) - resolving w/out fatigue.  

i think the anthem int would be perfect for you. canada made .canada money #1 in best buck for your music