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Considering an integrated

 

I’ve been thinking about downsizing my system but am concerned about SQ. I would like to get an all in one integrated (or receiver). New or (slightly) used, tube or SS. It would need a built in phono section (LOMC) and a headphone amp/ jack. I have a budget of maybe up to $10k  but would consider going higher if need be. I want to part with everything but my speakers (Zu Def 4), TT and CD player. Obviously I don’t need much power. My concern is mainly the phono section. Sound now is glorious with virtually no ticks or pops. Do you think it’s possible to achieve the same (or better) SQ with a built in phono stage?  

Current setup;

Art Audio Carissa (16 wpc)

Art Audio dm- vps

Art Audio Vinyl One


markpao

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jperry
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I think you should put the Luxman LX-380 (link below) on your audition list. I have had a number of phono preamps in the past including the Art Audio Vinyl One. Currently using a Luxman CL-38uC with built in phono stage, and no issue in that it is as good as the Art Audio maybe better (I didn't have them both at the same time) with some vintage Luxman tube amps.

My system is posted of you want to see it.

http://www.luxman.com/product/detail.php?id=16
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