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choice between integrated dac amp vs non integrated

I'm looking to purchase a new integrated amp dac for my system. I'll use a phono and uncompress file from my mac as a source. I want to get used as my budget is limited but still want the ability to grow with it. 5000cnd max
I'd go with Naim stageline+ xs-2+ nd5-xs as a dac for the separate kit or Lyngdorf Audio TDAI-2170 and a phono pre amp (xlr balalanced if possible) if not it would be something like the cube se2. The Lyngdorf has all the optional modules and if the stage is less than 700cnd i'll be at par for the price. 
many thanks for your help 
nicolascb
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glennewdick
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Have you had Naim Gear in your system before? Its got a sound all to its own and not everyone likes it so listen before buying, also consider all the dedicated wires (DIN) and power supply's you'll need. Nothing in the Naim world works well with others.

 I personally would go with the Lyngdorf over the Naim for simplicity and sound quality, also if your going to have a built in DAC may as well be an all in one DAC-AMP with the outstanding room correction added in.


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nicolascb OP
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I've heard the sound on the 5i but it felt lacky to my taste(wanted a bit more clarity), I'll have to try xs2 it before I pull the trigger as I've never heard it before. Extensively looking to find a place to ear it from near Montreal. As for the lyngdorf, its simplicity is appealing. Will try to ear this weekend. As for my gear, im more of a buy and hold to the goods and want to keep it simple as this rabbit hole as kindof no ending. For coffe equipment though... upgraditis is a disease. 
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