I guess the question I have is if a 5k amp and 5k preamp going to sound appreciably better than a integrated which cost 10k? The ability to build my own amplification combo by mixing and matching is attractive. On the other hand, good IA have an inbuilt compatibility. Are Integrateds overpriced because of all the extra engineering and design, and is this compromise affect the sound.
Separates or Integrated? What makes more sense?
If you had $10,000 to spend on amplification, would you put all that money and get a really great and pricey integrated amp like a Pass or Luxman. Or, would you use that 10k to buy a really great preamp and amp combo. Apart from the convenience and space consideration, hypothetically how would you choose to spend that 10k if sound was your main criterion.
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