New Pre or Integrated for 2nd system, thoughts?


Looking to create a 2nd system inexpensively (max $500, new or used) in vacation home. Speakers are old but functional Thiel 1.2s, late 80s vintage NAD CDP and B&K ST 202. The B&K has 150 watts into 8 ohms but does not double down. The Thiels are a 4 ohm speaker which like high current. Pre has died. Not an absolute requirement but a remote would be nice. So the question is to go with a new Pre or Integrated? Would appreciate suggestions on which way to go and recommended gear. Thanks!
dokosan

Showing 1 response by sufentanil

I haven't heard it, but the Onkyo A-9555 (integrated) gets a lot of buzz, and new comes in under your $500 limit.

It would be a stretch, but you might be able to find a Musical Fidelity A3cr integrated for near your price point.

Michael