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What kind of amp?

Hi. I would welcome opinions and suggestions for an integrated amp (ss or tube)(new or used) that would go with my system. I am venturing into the great new world of hi-fi and am tin the process of upgrading -- I am a bit overwhelmed by choices. I am looking for a good, solid all-arounder -- jazz, classical, latin, pop/rock, and thought this would be great place to get some advice. I have about $2500 or so to spend.

System now --

Heart CD-6000
Harbeth compact es&'s
Planar 3 with rega arm
Audioquest type 4 cables
Old creek 4140 s2 amp.

Thanks in advance for your help.
pyun

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fiddler
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Do yourself a favor, audition the PS Audio HCA-2.

I ordered one thinking, "oh well, I'll audition it, but not much $ lost to send it back." I was curious how a digital amp would sound.

Well, it didn't go back. I was simply stunned how good this amp was and it is relatively cheap. $1695.

It has a tube-like sweet midrange, the highs are crystal clear and it has the speed and slam of SS.

Try it, you'll like it! It truly is a bargain.

BTW, it just got a Stereophile "Class A" recommendation. (Not that that really means much)
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