why so much Anthem?

Hey Mattman. I just purchased the Anthem Int 2 about 2 weeks ago, and I am very happy with it. Only problem I have is with the fit of the cover screws. Mine was shipped right from SF's distribution center here in Western N.Y. I also have the Anthem Pre1L and Amp 1, which I bought earlier this year. I am very satisfied with both setups. I recently sent an e-mail to SF re: the screws and because the wrong manual was included in the box. They said they would mail them out. I bought a black faceplate for my Amp1 in June (it came with a silver faceplate) and the service was good in purchasing this. I think someone brought this up before about Anthem, and they said, and I agree, get em while you can at the great prices. Check around on the web, there's some very favorable reviews of the Int2.

Thanks for the info. Anyone have an opinion on the Intgrated 1? I like the "tube" sound. I was thinking that this amp might match up well with Triangle Titus speakers. I've seen some good prices on the Int 1 lately. I was wondering why it was discontinued.

If you see a lot of Anthem, and can get a good deal on it, laugh all the way to the bank. This could mean that a lot of people are moving to different stuff, and are itchy to sell. There were also a lot of rumors floating around of the financial status of Sonic Frontiers, and how they were flooding the market. If true, Anthem would be out there as well. The trickle down theory? You are getting great equipment. Often, psychology is more at work in people getting rid of equipment than a product being good or bad. Anthem is very good. Buy it, make the most of it, and be happy.

Matt, if you are interested i "driving" Triangle "Titus", you can do it with any SET amps! Check on these new AudioAntiqueLab monoblocks. You wont need the pre-amp with them. Also, they have very nice integrated amp 8w triode, or 15w pentode! Regarding Anthem 1, you would be surprised, but that amp doesn't sound like the amp you would expect, from the tubes. I think, you would be better of, with Majik, as you intended to? Regards!