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.
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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@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. |
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. |
@traudio I highly recommend Coda CSIB V1 integrated amp. It’s expressive, articulate and musical. In a higher price bracket check out Boulder 866, which doesn’t get talked about much here, but is a fantastic integrated. |
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