Upgrade integrated within the $600 - 1k Range
Didn't know you were interested in tubes. Rogue Cronus Magnum would be absolutely awesome with your Tektons if you can somehow swing it... https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649517398-rogue-audio-cronus-magnum/images/2238231/ |
Vincent Audio makes a Tube Hybrid integrated, the SV500, which sells for just under $1000. Sold by Audio Advisor. 4 analog inputs, Coax and optical digital inputs (said to be specifically for CD playback). You might wish to look into it. I once owned the Vincent SV-226 that I wish I never sold. It was a very smooth sounding amp with great soundstage. |
@mesch I’ve seen that one. Your impressions on it only validates my curiosity on it as well. I guess I’m torn between solid state or hybrid at this point. Am still leaning in the direction of consistent solid state, as my system also serves as the tv room. But a nice hybrid with only a couple of tubes might still be a decent compromise. Or a solid state pre-out into a tube amp to move cables over for dedicated listening days (whenever that might actually occur!). |
