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Which? Muse model 100 amp or Acurus DIA100 integrated?

Which one would sound best with Theta Miles cd player and NHT VT-1.2 speakers? Speaker cable and interconnects is Mogami custom by 10 Audio. I would use the Miles direct with the Muse, and the Acurus is an integrated. Heard great things about both pieces; just looking for opinions on which would be best together with my other gear.

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Jsb
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grannyring
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Muse, no contest!
zd542
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Also, keep in mind that the whole point of using the Theta's volume control is to eliminate the need for a line stage. Even though most would agree that the Muse is the better sounding of the 2 amps, not running the signal through the line stage on the Acurus will make an even bigger difference.
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christian
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I would opt for the DIA100 due to its control in the lower registers (it's a bit grainy on top). But as Zd542 says - it all comes down to your preferences.
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jmcgrogan2
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Another vote for the Muse, again, not even close in my opinion.
gslone
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The Muse for sure, but Acurus has made a come back recently with some nice looking stuff, so it may be worth checking into.
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