Zed,
You are going to get so many "other" suggestions that it is going to make your head spin.
The point being, there are many very good integrateds out there for around 1k-1.5k, including the Creek. I currently have the 5350SE (see my system) and yes it is a great soundng amp. Very neutral, great detail and bass, etc. Does eveything well. On the laid back side. Very versatile too, has a headphone jack, 2 sets of binding posts, pre-outs/amp-in, and can record from one source while listening to another.
I recently purchased a Unison Unico and am awaiting it's arrival. I have been curious about tube/hybrid amps so it will be interesting which one I prefer (Obviously, preference is a personal choice and system dependent). If I decide to sell the Creek, I will drop you a line.
Regards,
You are going to get so many "other" suggestions that it is going to make your head spin.
The point being, there are many very good integrateds out there for around 1k-1.5k, including the Creek. I currently have the 5350SE (see my system) and yes it is a great soundng amp. Very neutral, great detail and bass, etc. Does eveything well. On the laid back side. Very versatile too, has a headphone jack, 2 sets of binding posts, pre-outs/amp-in, and can record from one source while listening to another.
I recently purchased a Unison Unico and am awaiting it's arrival. I have been curious about tube/hybrid amps so it will be interesting which one I prefer (Obviously, preference is a personal choice and system dependent). If I decide to sell the Creek, I will drop you a line.
Regards,