There are many good choices. My recommendation is either the Pass 60 or 250. The pass 60 very tuby sounding, while the 250 is a bit more on the neutral side with a hint of warmth. I’ve owned both and still have the pass 250. I also own a Hegal 390, as well as an Accuphase 380. If you go with Accuphase I would recommend at least the 4000. I’m a big fan of Dynaudio. I’ve owned the Heritage but I preferred the sound of the special 40. There are so many choices out there. I have 7 integrated and one mono block setup.
Thinking about simplifying to an integrated amp
I've been considering simplifying the system a bit.
Currently I have a PS Audio BHK 250 amp and the BHK preamp, but an integrated is looking like an attractive option.
The speakers are Dynaudio Contour 30i https://dynaudio.com/home-audio/contour-i/contour-30i#product_specifications
I would like a piece that sounds at least as good or better than my current electronics. Power should be around 100 wpc, but I'm not sure if less would do the trick. 2 inputs is plenty as long as one of them is balanced.
Needs to have a remote, naturally.
Also would need a pair of line out jacks for the subs.
Under 10K new.
Sim Audio, Pass, Accuphase are some that come to mind.
Previously I had a Hegel H390 which was very decent, but the PS Audio gear was better, so that company may be out of consideration unless new models have gotten better. I also didn't like paying for the internal DAC that I wasn't using. Also on the no list is Prima Luna. Just ok sound and not reliable as it blew a channel in under 1 year of ownership.
Thanks
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@dwest1023 Thanks. I'm wondering if 60 wpc would be enough? I'm sure my BHK 250 is just coasting along with these speakers. |
Nice system! 10k$ may be short a bit or get something that sound better than what you have IMHO. I was about to recommend the Simaudio 641 North Collection or the Accuphase E-700. Otherwise under 10k$ a good option would be the Pass INT-60. The new Simaudio 461 from the Compass collection may be worth an audition depending if you want an all in one approach with phono, etc. I personally own Simaudio 791 preamp and Passlabs XA-25 amp. I like the combination of the well balanced true to music of Simaudio with the transparent and slightly warm signature of the Pass. Both great companies with excellent engineering and reliable products. Same with Accuphase. By the way I also own Dynaudio speakers. Would be a good match with those choices. |
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