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Integrated amp + dac for Focal

Hello!

Looking for recommendations for an integrated amp with built-in DAC. Main inputs will be mac mini usb + optical for mostly 2ch music and some HT use. Will be used with Focal Aria 948 in 8 X 15 x 38 ft room. The NAD C372 with a Cambridge DacMagic 100 is what I'm looking to replace with the new unit.

I'd prefer to buy used and like:
Pass X250 (keeping the dacmagic dac)
Parasound Halo Integrated "HINT 6" 160 W
Cary si-300.2d


What do you think?

Thank you!


disector88
astelmaszek
78 posts
 
Luxman l590ax
astelmaszek
78 posts
 
Sorry, didn't see you wanted a built in DAC, my bad
austinbob
198 posts
 
Lyngdorf 
dvirhayut27
1 posts
 
The parasound Halo integrated is very smooth and i would consider a good choice and level with the Aria.
I currently own the focal kanta 2 with it.
I'm searching for an upgrade now(separates) might sale mine;)
From all the suggestions I saw, if you are looking for a one box do it all and good synergy with focal then I would  recommend a listen to the hint or hegel h160.
Good luck!
kosst_amojan
2,095 posts
 
I really can't emphasis enough the necessity to put the best possible amplification behind those speakers. Something that doesn't quiver at all in the face of a 2 ohm load. Focal voices their speakers with Naim amps so their integrated amps might be worth a look. 
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