Musical fidelity m6 500i is the best integrated to this day. For around $3000 to $3500 on the used market for a pristine piece and you got the best bargain in stereo equipment period. I've had mine for several years and it is as quiet as the day I bought. Blistering power and sounds beautiful. Will never have anything else.
Musical Fidelity m6 500i vs Mcintosh ma 7000
Just so you know Ive own the Mcintosh ma 7000 integrated amp and its sounds very dry and unmusical. The Musical Fidelity m6 500i kills it and anything in its reach. Watts kill and its very musical. The bass is solid and milds are smooth and sweet. It is the last amp I will own. Its that good. Ive been in this game 25 yrs and now I can finally go out on top. Try it..............its that good.