Integrateds: Why do they all SUCK?


I’m trying to find a HIGH QUALITY integrated that has:
1. A no-corners-cut real class A - A/B power stage.
2. A real, high quality analog preamp line stage.
3. A good phono stage.

Aside from a few very high end products, the above described integrateds seem not to exist. Why can’t I find a quality integrated? Do we just have to accept having a pile of boxes?
madavid0
A volume control is an attenuator pure and simple that is all. If you don't attenuate the volume you will have no speakers or eardrums left.
madavis0

I don't see anywhere in this thread what equipment you presently have that you are looking to replace. Care to disclose?
the original poster must be very pleased to have gotten so many responses to his grasp for attention