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I have to downsize big time, any ideas on integrated amps and smaller 3 way speakers

I have to downsize my system quite dramatically. My current system is Well-Tempered Versalex TT with Dynavector DV XX-2 MKII cart, Oppo BDP-105D, Auralic Vega G2 Streamer/Dac, Esoteric C-03 Pre, Sanders Magtech amp with up-graded caps and Monitor Audio PL300 Mk 1 Speakers.
I have been thinking I need to downgrade the TT although I love the sound and I will probably go to an Integrated. Been looking at the Accuphase E-270 or 370. Speakers I like are the Sonus Faber Sonetto V or something similar. I need to be careful with those pesky back waves of Kenjit fame but otherwise I am open to ideas. This will be my last investment in gear as I have cancer and only a couple of years left. I will also need to simplify things for my wife.
Just some rough ideas that have worked for some of you would be appreciated. I have no real affinity with any brand although I am very partial to my Auralic DAC.
Thanks in advance folks.
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bassdude
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You might also look at the new McIntosh integrateds - they seem to sound pretty impressive with Harbeths.  

Parasound has some nice integrateds, if you don't want to invest in Luxman.

And... Hegel has some impressive integreteds...
dfwhip
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The Arcam SA20 is a fine performer and a real value if you like a more natural and tonally rich sound. It's not for someone who wants to shake the room, but since you're downsizing I can recommend it with no hesitation. For a little more power, room correction and a MM/MC phono stage, you can move up to the new Arcam SA30. I own the SA20 and use its internal DAC and MM phono stage. Very happy with the decision. 
dbautista
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Sorry to hear about your health. I wish you the best of luck. I currently have an almost all Rega system. Rega Brio integrated amp and DAC.  Both are small footprint units.  I also have the Rega monitors RX1.  I am very pleased with the sound. It doesn't matter if I connect a CD transport or heos streamer.  Both sound great. The amp also has a great phono input.  I hope this helps.  Best of luck. 
erik_squires
15,675 posts
 
Oh, the Mytek Brooklyn plus their stereo amp is a fine idea.
gadios
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The two I have heard and thought highly of were the Vinnie Rossi
and the Hegel 390. Both have DACs. Speaker-wise if you need smaller
I would find a deal on a used pair of Joseph Pulsars.Maybe $4k.

God bless your luck with the battle.
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