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Looking for a solid integrated, on the easy side of $1000…

I’m starting to get a little tired of the entry level receiver I have in my system (see below). Thus, I’m in the market for a solid state integrated, and thinking of getting something used.

My objective is to get sound that is quick, detailed, and neutral without brightness. I want a great increase in soundstage in all directions.

Musical tastes vary from classical, to post-rock/electronica, to jazz, probably in a ratio of 50, 30, 20%. I have a smallish room, 12x10x8.

Based on my research so far, I’m really leaning towards a Bryston B-60. The 20 year warrantee puts me at ease (since it will be used). Anyhow, I liked the sound in a demo, and the fact that I could later use it as a power amp and experiment with tube pre-amps is interesting.

In the next year or so, I will probably upgrade the speakers to something like VMPS 626’s, or GR Criterions (I like the sound of ribbons).

Some of the others on my to-listen list are:

Classe CA-150
Plinius 2100 mk2
Vectuer I-4.2
YBA Integre

Any votes for which I’ll be most happy with, or suggestions for what I should listen to?




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Topic - Looking for a solid integrated, on the easy side of $1000… - chillysalsa 10:26:56 09/15/03 (6)


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