Adding an Accuphase A-46

So the E-560 is going to be run as a preamp only? What about the amp section, is it going to be churning away in class A at idle the whole time?(Class A amps dissipate max heat at idle as there is no load to sink energy into) this seems like a waste both of a good amp and electricity. Seems to me, you would be better served by just going the amp/pre route and selling the E-560.

Good point Spinaker01, I was under the impression that the power amp section of the E-560 shuts down when used as a preamplifier. I'll have to check this with the dealer, as well as various prices of preamps if I decide to upgrade. Thanks.

Actually, I just checked - the E-560's brochure states that an Ext Pre button allows separation of the preamplifier from the power amp section, so I don't think excess heat will be generated if used only as a preamplifier. Thanks for warning anyway Spinaker01.

OK cool, that makes sense and would be a good feature option on all integrateds that have pre-outs.

You're welcome, Classact. Yeah, you could sell the E-560 and get a different preamp. But I don't see going through that hassle as the E-560 makes an excellent preamp.

I talked to one of the guys from the Accuphase factory at CES last week, and he highly recommended the A-46. He said it doesn't give up that much sound-wise to the A-65 and A-200. At a much more advantageous price.

I wish I could have asked him about your situation, but that's life.

You can always email them via their form or email the US distributor, Mr. Menzano.

Food for thought for you.