LFD LE V+ integrated amplifier. About $4K, better than almost anything I've ever heard, regardless of price. The original B&W Nautilus 805's, which can be had for about $1000 - $1500 now also qualify, if you can find a decent pair. I auditioned the new Diamond 805's and didn't like them nearly as much as my originals.
I also love the AR Ref 75 amplifier (in both amp only and integrated amp forms) but I think these don't qualify as "stupid good for the money". They're expensive for a reason. The PS Audio DirectStream DAC is amazing but also isn't cheap. Maybe the Junior version?
I also love the AR Ref 75 amplifier (in both amp only and integrated amp forms) but I think these don't qualify as "stupid good for the money". They're expensive for a reason. The PS Audio DirectStream DAC is amazing but also isn't cheap. Maybe the Junior version?