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

Many good suggestions here. I am surprised no one mention Hegal. I own a pass 250, Krell k300, Accuphase 380, electrcompaniet 6 Mrk 2, mac352,Hegal 390. The Hegal seems to sound like all of these rolled into one. The Krell is the warmest with a that distinctive Krell bass. The Hegal puts out 250 into 8 ohms which would give you plenty of power. It’s slightly warmish, with a smooth top end. I have 11pairs of speakers and the Hegal is not fussy over what I pair with it. For your price range the Hegal would be my choice. 

 

I only heard the LYNGDORF TDAI-3400 once at the last AXPONA - it sounded great I made a note of it.  My tastes are Magico or YG accompanied with top electronics, unfortunately my budget says otherwise.  The Lyngdorf sounded like a much more expensive amp maybe 15k+, I was very surprised at it’s low price.  At its price point it might be considered a sonic bargain.  

Hello all, wanted to provide an update. I pulled the trigger last night on a Luxman 550AXII that TMR had, i felt that the price was right and I have wanted to get back into class A ever since i sold my Threshold 400A back in the day. (to pay for an engagement ring... no longer my spouse jeeze...) Anyway I am eager and a little nervous for it's arrival. We should start a support group thread haha.. Hello my name is Doug and it's been 1 day since I spent good money on a ______...

To answer your question @tunefuldude I did get a chance to hear Lyngdorf a week or so ago and it was excellent! TMR had a second hand unit and the choice was not easy. 

Thank you everyone for your comments and suggestions. 

Fingers crossed,

Doug

you own a Hegel (apparently - among 10s of $1000s of other gear) and you can't even spell it? It's a really simple 5 character word.