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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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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).
missioncoonery
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The Arcam integrated is junk,so bad my brother who worked for a dealer for years had so many returns they dropped the line.IMO, Naim would be good as well as Mac.
valinar
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You might give a call to the USA distributor. The number listed on Harbeth's website is 603-437-4769.
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