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Hello All,

I'm on a search for a very specific type of integrated. I am upgrading my system from the top of the stream down. I go all digital / Lossless quality or higher so the logical start was with the DAC. I just received my Yggdrasil which I absolutely LOVE and feel that I got a much better value than I was expecting (even with all the praise online it met and exceeded my expectations).

My quest continues with the integrated. I am looking for a company that spends very little on marketing and works to move as much of the value for the money to the product itself. Very high value is important to me, I want to get value above the price and I don't want to pay for anything I don't need (such as a built-in DAC as I already have one). The more musical and the higher the clarity the better. My short list is pretty short- the SimAudio Moon 600i and Ayre's integrated.  Some other factors are below. I typically buy new but I'm open to a good value in a used product as well.

Budget (only for the integrated): $8K+/-
Music preference: classical, light rock, pop
End speakers:  It is between Accoustic Zen Crescendo / Vandy Quatros / Wilson Sophias / Revel Salon Ultimas 
Power: 150 WPC+ into 8 ohm

xerotrace
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sebrof
735 posts
 
Find speakers you love and that work in your room, then get an amp to drive them properly
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pfglhe
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CODA CSiB Integrated Amplifier

Features

400 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms
800 Watts per channel into 4 Ohms
Class A operation to 5W
State-of-the-art, remote-controlled "seperates" performance with the added benefit of balanced audio inputs for even greater audio quality.
Preamplifier section derived from the Coda 05X design, utilizing the PGA2320 digitally-controlled precision analog attenuator. Component upgrades include PRP audio resistors, Black Gate and Multicap capacitors, and high speed rectifiers for the preamp power supply
Coda CSX Precison Bias Class A/AB amplifier design, with discrete JFET differential input stage, VMOSFET voltage gain DC coupled to an ultra wideband bipolar output stage.
Fully discrete amplifier FET differential input stage DC coupled to an ultra wideband bipolar output stage
No overall feedback
Separate tape monitor and processor loops
Stereo subwoofer output
Wideband, fully-regulated power supply with EMI and RFI line filtering
10 year warranty / 5 year transferable
Designed, manufactured and assembled in the USA
sense63
43 posts
 
The Vinnie Rossi LIO is a no brainer for several reasons:

- It’s the best integrated I’ve ever heard and it doesn’t need expensive power cords as it’s "off the grid".
- It’s 25wpc aren’t your typical power rating.....it seems to be much more robust. I have a pair of ProAc D30R’s at 90db into 4ohms and the LIO doesn’t even break a sweat. (It does produce 45wpc into 4ohms.)
- You get 30 days of trying it in your home before you make a decision. If you don’t like it, you send it back. Who else will do that?
- Customer service with Vinnie is second to none.
- Modular unit. If you decide to add something or change something, you only add or change the module.
- The AZ Crescendo is very easy to drive and the LIO will handle these with ease. Also, the Crescendo likes tubes and you have the tube preamp section with the LIO.
- It doesn’t weigh a ton so you avoid getting a hernia when moving it.
- You can configure the look the way you want it.
- Made in the USA
digsmithd
545 posts
 
I really have liked my modwright kwi 200 with adagios...well under your budget...i was on the hunt as well for perfect integrated...pass 150,sim 600i were my other choices...those az will love the power
rfagon
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Jeff Rowland Concentra 2 would be an excellent choice. True, service is limited to JRDG in Colorado, or a couple of repair shops in NY, but with the build quality of JR electronics, shouldn't be an issue. JR himself services the older units. Concentra 2s were built between 2001- 2004 (if you want more background info about JR products, go to HiFiadvice.com).
Some of the esoteric names recommended in this thread probably face the same issues related to limited service. Many haven't been around as long as Jeff Rowland.
You might also consider a Bryston integrated amp along with the many excellent suggestions above.
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