Mcintosh integrated Vs amp


I recently bought a technics turntable SL-1300 and want to buy a Mcintosh to go with. I don't know what to look for as I'm a novice in this area (only used to my parents 70's console) My music will eventually play with some speakers in a 12 x 12 room but for now headphones.

I'm budget strapped too and aware I'm going to make some sacrificies with features, but my interest will be limted to playing vinyls. Also, why dwould I want to have an integrated amp that has tone controls?

Thank you for your advice
egalvarado

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If you are a budget strapped headphone listen then look into a decent headphone amp and upgrade to McIntosh integrated amps if and when you want and can afford them. There bis a good Headphone cite HeadFi.org where you can learn about those amps. The Schiit company is getting a lot of good press, and yes that is the name, you may want to investigate.