Integrated amp decision, oh the headache


Want to buy integrated amp for music listening only. Have Klipsch reference 3 mains and M+K V125 sub, limited budget of $500. What is the best int. i can get for that price? Heard the NAD C-340 was an excellant amp, would that be a good one to get? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
mrsoundman

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Artech Electronics (distributor for numerous audio products) is clearing out Audiolabs, which have now been discontinued due to Tag McLaren taking over Audiolab. If you want phono, you can look at the 8000A at $449; if you don't need phono, the 8000S at $549. Both of these are 50% off retail, and Sam Tellig thought the 8000S was a superb amp at full retail two years ago, so at half price it's a fine deal I would say. I have an 8000A which is about 12 years old which I'm currently using and figure I'd have to spend at least $1000-$1100 on the used market to noticeably better it. These amps will also benefit from a decent power cord.