Pick me an integrated...
$1000 or less, new or used.
For a client. We got a Peachtree Decco2, which rocked - for a month. Then the amps FRIED. Needless to say it's going back tomorrow for return. Powering Klipsch RF-something's, floorstanding speakers (1 horn tweeter, 2x 6-8" drivers). USB input would be a plus, but not a requirement. Digital coax input(s) would be a huge plus, but also not a dead set requirement. |
E.......I have read some good things about the new Creek Audio Evolution 2. It lists for $1100, but you may find it cheaper. No USB, but excellent specs, plus MM and MC inputs.
Creek Audio - Evolution 2 Integrated Amplifier http://www.creekaudio.com/images/pro..._Amp_Angle.jpg |
I have zero need for phono or tuner.
Nice looking, though. May need to take it for a run. |
E.......Creek has been producing some very nice products at attractive price levels for quite some time. Trying to stay in the $1K arena and deliver top notch performace with a decent power reserve is not that easy to do. I think the Creek Evolution 2 fits the criteria well.
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I've had my eye on that Creek lately too.
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Slightly over budget. Probably closer to it if used or demo. Covers all the bases...all in one unit.
Bel Canto Design -- C5i DAC Integrated Amplifier Under budget NAD C 715 Compact Music Systems C 715 Compact Music Systems - NAD Electronics |
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Brian.......The Bel Canto C5i looks good, especially if the digital features appeal to you. Great suggestion.
http://www.belcantodesign.com/images/dac1_5.jpg http://www.belcantodesign.com/images/bkC5i.jpg |
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Specifications Power Output 1% THD: 120W 4 ohms, 60W 8 ohms per channel Minimum Load: 3 ohms per channel Peak Output Current: 30 amperes Frequency Response: +/-3 dB 1.5Hz-90KHz, 4 ohm load THD+N: 0.003% 1W, 1KHz, 4 ohms IMD (CCIF): 0.0003%, 1W, 14:15KHz, 4 ohms Output Noise: <50uVRMS A-weighted 10Hz-20KHz Damping factor: >1000 Output Impedance at 100Hz: <8 milliohms Dynamic Range: 115dB Input connections: 5 Digital Inputs, MM Phono, and Line Level Analog Line in impedance: 11 Kohms Phono in impedance: 47 Kohms//150pF Phono accuracy: +/-0.5dB, 50Hz-15kHz Output connections: 2-sets of Binding Posts, RCA Line Out, Headphone Output Power On usage: 14W Power Off usage: 0.0W Internally Set Operating Voltages: 100-120VAC or 230-240VAC 50/60 Hz Size: 8.5 x 3.5 x 12”, 216 x 88 x 305mm (W x H x D) Weight: 13lbs, 6.5Kg |
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