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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
celtic66
1,925 posts
 

Sugden OR Accuphase.  Why not.  I’ve owned lots of Sugden, heard enough Accuphase.  Great stuff.  Enjoy the immediacy and slam.

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blackbag20
621 posts
 

I would be looking at Belles, Krell or Bryston ... 

paradisecom
503 posts
 

I ran a SLI80 for a while.  Great integrated.  Does the replacement have to be an integrated or can it be and amp and separate preamp?  Also, do you need a remote?

ketcham8
5 posts
 

I would also recommend a HIFI Rose RS520.

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doyle3433 OP
388 posts
 

Thank you guys and (hopefully gals). I can always count on good discussion and suggestions. 

To clarify I am keeping the Cary, I love that amp, to me it packages everything good and interesting about our beloved hobby. Built by people who care, here in the country. Long lasting tank like construction. Sounds so sweet and effortless, as several of you indicated good pairing with the Volti speakers. I do enjoy the homework/research, thank you for the compliments!

My wife thinks me odd, when other "normal men" are thinking about smoking meat, or sports, I have images of hifi combinations in my head and music in my minds ears. 

You all have provided some great ideas for me to look into, Bells, Krell, Sugden, Paris.. I also see a used Pathos on The Music Rooms page this am, its a hybrid and looks so pretty... 

Just want to say thanks everyone, discussions like this are a really enjoyable and i think, essential part of our world in hifi.  

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