Rega or Marantz??

Thanks all for the info, I know it's kinda like asking people Chevy or Ford? We all have our favorites. I'm Toyota myself.

I noticed the Marantz is Made in Japan, some will say not a big deal but if given a choice; made in the UK, Japan or China like most electronics, I'll take the UK/Japan versions.

I have no experience with Marantz or Rega, just sold a PS Audio Trio integrated amp that I had been using for a couple of years.

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Have you actually heard the latest Rega Brio R next to a Creek?
Cheers JohnnyR

Audioconnection,

I have heard them both but not side by side. Actually, I have a 5350 and have put it next to alot of different integrated amps and have always preferred it over anything in its price range. I believe the reason I like it so much is that the preamp section is passive. My experience/preference is that if you can't get a really good active unit, then don't buy one; go with a passive .