1. Home
  2. amps-preamps
  3. 196635-155971

Have a bug for a new (to me) integrated

Hello all. I am seeking some opinions on a new to me integrated. Currently I have a Cary SLI80HS powering my beloved Volti Razz speakers. I want to keep the Cary, it really is a great tube amp. It's just that I've never powered my Razz with SS and I am very curious. Also I enjoy rotating gear in and out of my set up, always have. 

I have narrowed my pre-owned contenders a bit, I am open to other suggestions too.  Trying to stay in the $3 to $4k range. I listen mostly to metal, rock, and Jazz. Room is about 12'x12, not well treated other than a love seat and a couple other pieces of furniture. 

Naim Supernait 3

Luxman

Accuphase

McIntosh. 

I welcome all discussions and suggestions. 

Thank you! 

doyle3433
calieng
203 posts
 

I have had Naim, Luxman, Yamaha, and none compare to the organic 3D sound of a tube integrated.

You would be downgrading not upgrading.

yogiboy's avatar
yogiboy
6,195 posts
 

Check out the Belles integrated amps! I have owned the Belles Aria and it was an outstanding SS amp!

Power Modules inc.

mapman's avatar
mapman
23,616 posts
 

If it were me, I would lean towards Accuphase from the choices given, but the one I would seriously consider coming from where you are with those speakers and looking for a good sonic alternative to a traditional tube amp, is Linear Tube audio.   As a SS not tube guy, I find their unique design and sound more to my liking and would likely do well with the higher efficiency Volti speakers.  Linear Tube Audio - Audiophile Tube Amps & Headphone Amps

freediver
1,452 posts
 

 You are going to be completely disappointed with pretty much anything you choose in SS coming off the Cary!
 If you want to stick to completely SS your ONLY choice is to go full Class A and at your budget the Musical Fidelity A1 reissue would be my #1 choice..
 A gently used Sugden A21 SE Signature would be the top dog BUT they are rare as hens teeth on the pre owned market..
 

parkergetdean
1,094 posts
 

Accuphase is the safest bet on your list

More to discover