Best integrated for Dynaudio 1.3mkII


Which integrated for dyn 1.3mkII

1. Simaudio I-5
2. MF A3.2
3. Audio Refinement Complete
4. Creek 5350SE

or anything else?
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Showing 2 responses by crega

Interesting thread as I'm in the middle of the exact same problem. I have a Creek 5350SE in my system now. Over the last week or two, I was able to borrow both a Classe CAP-151 and a Plinius 9100. The order of my preference is:

Classe
Plinius
Creek

The Classe had the best detail, imaging and soundstage with the 1.3MKII's, but was not very musical (boring)

The Plinius was the most musical and engaging, but just couldn't beat the Classe's in it's strong points.

The Creek wasn't bad in all areas, but wasn't in the same league with the other two.

If I had to pick between these three, I would go with the Classe and not be totally happy. I plan to listen to the Plinius 9200, and probably buy the same. The Plinius sound is great, and from what I hear and read, I assume that it will have all the detail, imaging and soundstage that I will ever want. For $1200 more, I surely hope so.
Quadophile,

If you will note my response said, "If I had to pick between these three". Operative word "If" One of the joys of our hobby is that there are always choices including many more than the three I listed. You should read another's response thoroughly before disparaging them as it makes you look like a fool.