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Are the performance of separates worth the price?

I am considering the purchase of an integrated amp or combination pre-amp/amp from the same manufacturer - both are based on similar technology. The separates will cost approximately 45% more. Can I expect the performance to justify the price?

Additional info:

Considering the soon to be released Jeff Rowland Concerto Integrated vs. Concerto Pre-Amp and Model 201 Monoblocks (or) the BAT VK-300x Integrated vs. BAT VK-31se and the BAT VK-250.

My speakers are Vienna Acoustics - Beethovens

Thanks

mjcpas

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jmcgrogan2
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I think you'll find the law of diminishing returns are in order. You may pay 45% more, but you won't get a 45% improvement in sound. It gets very expensive trying to chase that last 5% or so of sonic nirvana. Is it worth it? That all depends on who you ask.
If you're set on staying with the same manufacturer of preamp and amp, I'd recommend to just go ahead and get the integrated. The Beethovens are a relatively easy load, so it's not like you have to have a beast of an amp.

Cheers,
John
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