Integrated Amps: How Good?


How good are the expensive solid state int. amp like Mark Levinson No 383 or Musical Fidelity M3 compare to their pre/pro counterpart?
Any inputs? Thanks in advance.
bigboy

Showing 1 response by rrgordon

If you are open to considering other solidstate integrateds, you might add the Goldmund SRI2 (appears used on the 'gon) and either of the Bow Tech integrateds to your list. Because the Virgos can sound thin in the midbass with the wrong equipment, you should not skimp on power. Both of these integrated amps would yield a warmer sound, which can ameliorate the Virgo's tendency to sound a bit clinical or dry. My recommendation would be the SRI2 for its speed and musicality.