Recommendations for a integrated amp


Lately I have been thinking going integrated from separates. I been interested in an integrated amp so I can keep it simpler with less signal chain. Also am looking for one that has a USB input so I can eliminate my interface as a dac. I am mainly looking SS but is not limited to. My budget is around 4k but I  am flexible. This will be powering a pair of Triangle  BR03 speakers. 

BTW,  I currently have a Rotel RC-995 preamp and a Acurus A150 amp with a Focusrite interface as a dac using Tidal on my laptop as a source.  

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I really like the convenience of Hegel H190v. How would you describe it sound? I like a more analytical and neutral sounding with a slight edge on the warm side. 

If I was you I’d go for the H390 as it’s a better sounding amp and has a much better DAC than the H190, so considering both those things in your situation I think the H390 is very worth paying up for and can be found used right around the top of your budget.  I also think it will provide significant improvements over your current separates.  Here’s a good review that may give you a better idea of its sound characteristics in case you haven’t seen it.  Hope this helps, and best of luck. 
 

https://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/equipment-reviews/1365-hegel-music-systems-h390-integrated-amplifier-dac

+1 @soix 

The Hegel H190v is a fine choice if buying new, TAS gave it a positive review here, but the H390 is a significant sonic step upwards and the internal DAC is very good. 

FYI here’s an H390 from a reputable seller who accepts returns…

https://tmraudio.com/fresh-arrivals/hegel-h390-stereo-integrated-amplifier-dac-yaor/
 

Then again here’s an H590 at only $544 more (including shipping), which is a very attractive price and worth the extra $ IMHO…

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisbg3i8-hegel-h590-solid-state

Hopefully, Hegel has upgraded the DACs in their integrated amps since I bought my H360. The Hegel has a beautiful sound quality, but I found the DAC inside to be inferior when comparing it others.