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Need $1500 integrated amplification suggestions...

Some units on the radar:

Cary SLI-80 or F1
ARC CA-50
Classe 2100
Primaluna
Red Wine Audio 30.2
CODA integrated
Musical Fidelity A5

Any others worth considering? I am going a different direction in my system (downgrading amplification) and upgrading my speakers. I currently have a Tyler Linbrook Sig System, and will be going to the new Decade line, which are easier to drive, and more tube-friendly. I am looking for musical, easy to listen to, detailed, and full. Not overly bloomy, nor dry. And, I don't need a ton of power: 50wpc is plenty for these 8-ohm speakers.

Budget (new or used) is $1500. Tubes or Solid-state is OK: I just want a nice sound. Most $1500 (used) integateds sound pretty darn good.
chiho
superwolf
15 posts
 
Cronus!
greh
134 posts
 
I have the Tyler Sig's and I'm driving them with the Manley Stingray.
The sound is good no matter if it's rock, jazz, electronic etc.
I'm happy with the combo.
Just my 2 cents.
tduffy1
8 posts
 
I would recommend either Classe or Naim. Both have excellent int. amps. Used price might be even less than $1500. If you don't like them, you can sell them for close to or maybe even more than you paid. Terry
buconero117
2,311 posts
 
Hey, what about a used Cayin! Great sound, great value. Try the 100. You will be pleased. If not, easy to sell and move on to something else.
martykl
3,578 posts
 
You might also want to check out Pathos and/or Bel Canto. Two very different approaches - two very successful implementations. I own both, have used each with a slew of different speakers, and have been very happy all around.

Marty
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