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Integrated Amplifier

Hello, I'm in need of an integrated amplifier to go with my KEF R700s. It feels like the speakers require a bit more power to drive them. It needs to have HT Bypass so that I can use it with my Anthem MRX720. I'd like to stay within 4K but am willing to go up to 7.5K. Its very hard for me to audition anything where I'm located but I had my eyes set on the following:

Musical Fidelity M6si, M6500I
Parasound Hint 6
Belles Virtuoso
Hegel H360
Plinius Hautonga
Moon 600i
Used Mark Levinson 585, Mcintosh, or Vitus

Any opinions?
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brian27b
83 posts
 
If you have interest in tubes, a Primaluna Dialog HP is a nice combo. That is what i use to drive my R700's. It has a HT bypass. Great sounding integrated.
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pjpicket OP
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Reubent, thank you I didn't know that. I really shouldn't let the fact that there's not a dedicated ht Bypass on an amp prevent me from considering it. 

Djones51, I haven't heard much about it, does it utilize ARC?

Twoleftears, I'm loving researching all the different gear and seeing what's out there. 

Mboldda, maritime51, I just emailed them and asked them! I'll let you know how they respond.

Brian27b, I have considered tubes!  Would they be fine for HT use as well?  My wife watches a lot of TV.  Of course I only care about the music. 
djones51
617 posts
 
Yes the Anthem STR integrated has ARC. 
mofojo
517 posts
 
Lyngdorf Tdia2170 or 3400. 2170 is the best component I've ever owned. 
boiseaudio
4 posts
 
I was glad to see Musical Fidelity on your list. I've been in love with my Tri Vista 300 for so many years. It has that perfect balance of power and finesse, regardless of speaker load. I don't know about the current options...because I'm never interested in messing with a great thing.
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