Does Separates really sound better than Integrated

Yes, integrated set ups can sound just as good as separates. I have separates (monoblocs), and I bi-amp, mostly because I like the flexibility and the endless tweaking that separates allow for. What's more, the monoblocs, pre-amp, and cd-player are tubed, which allows for even more variation among components. I enjoy messing with stuff, and separates allow for that. I have an integrated that simplifies the whole thing, and it sounds great, but it leaves me with nothing to do. Boring, at least for me.

They really do.

I probably don't tweak like Stewie, but do feel like him in that I find it is easier to tune and balance your system just right with separates. I also think with separates it is easier to bring your system up a notch or two or three, if and when ever you decide to do that.

Yes, there are some really great integrated amps out there on the market, some can put many separates to shame.