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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

traudio
sbrownnw
744 posts
 

I did this a few years back (from older Audio Refinement / YBA separates) and I’m glad I did.  I went with the new Atoll IN200 Evo, which shares the same design as the very well reviewed Atoll IN300 (revied by ABA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQzAReJFbDU).  It has plenty of power and drive for my ProAc Studio 148s, numerous inputs including a very rare tape loop, and just sounds and looks clean.  The dual mono design tops it off with a very well engineered approach, including the optional DAC boards (I got the DA100) and the balanced MOS-FET setup.  Only thing I did not go with is the optional Phono board that did not have enough configurability for my LOMC AT-33PTG/II cartridge.  Another review of the IN300 vs Hagel and others here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tho59OkyNDo

Here are the specs:
https://www.atoll-electronique.com/en/products/integrated/in200-evolution/

As a FYI, my whole system sounds quite nice using the following RCA cables and Mogami speaker cable:
https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/primeda-interconnect-who-tried-it/post?postid=2921189#2921189

jl35
4,474 posts
 

I recently went from huge mono blocks, a 2 piece preamp and a phono stage, to an Integrated with phono. Couldn’t be happier. Not sure you can replace your PS gear at your stated price point. I like the BAT VK3500se at close to your price. It’s offered with or without phono. I avoid Integrated with built in digital. 

traudio OP
191 posts
 

@jl35 I agree about the built in digital. Why pay for it if you aren’t going to use it?

I haven't heard one that I was impressed with.

roadcykler
349 posts
 

60 wpc would be plenty seeing as 2 watts (approximately) produces 87 dBs of sound.  

parkergetdean
1,116 posts
 

yes, the Dynas need a lot of power. 60 wpc would be absolutely miserable.

I tested about 10 integrated amps in the last 5 years (none close to 10K) and my go to list is the British Audiophile’s yearly review of integrated amps.

I would suggest Vincent Audio ,Musical Fidelity, AVA and Simaudio.

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