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Recommend an integrated amp for my Harbeth 40.1's

I'm considering simplifying my system (and banking some cash) by selling off my separates (Aesthetix Calypso pre & McIntosh MC 275 MK V) and replacing them with a solid state or hybrid integrated amp.

I don't want to spend over $2,500 and would love to find something for less if it performs well... maybe vintage? I want something that has a good support network in case I ever need repairs, so obscure/chinese brands are not being considered.

I hear good things about Luxman, Naim and Accuphase with Harbeth, but will need something with enough horsepower to control the Harbeth M-40.1's 12" woofer. Naim is intriguing, but I don't understand how it's connections work and I don't want to change my IC's and speaker cables.
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stereo5
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How about an Odyssey Audio Cyclops integrated? It puts out 110wpc and 40 amps peak. That should control your Harbeth speakers quite well. They sell it on their web site for 995 and you can get a souped up version for a little more. They also come with a 20 year warranty.

I am a VERY satisified owner of their Stratos stereo Extreme amp and Kismet Reference speakers.

Bob
nolitan
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The Luxman 505u has a really good syerngy with Harbeth speakers if you need more PRAAT than what the Accuphase Int amps can offer.
Its a simple int amp w/ bass and treble controls just like the accuphase. THe bass control is handy because the M40.1 has a heavy bass which possibly can overload some rooms.

Good luck!
tom_hankins
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These would all come close to your 2500.00 budget if bought used. BAT 300X, Luxman 505u. If you can stretch a little more. Mcintosh MA6900, or 7000. Luxman 509u.
If i was looking for an integrated to use with my 40.1s, it would most likely be one of these.
jaybo
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anthem's 2 channel is killer...a great value too.
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dekay
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Take a look @ the newer Roksan integrated (<$2K) as reviewed by Sterophile.

http://www.stereophile.com/integratedamps/roksan_kandy_k2_integrated_amplifier/

Less expensive, but two pieces, would be a used Quad 99/909 combo (probably <$1.5K).
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