Bulletproof Integrated suggestions
Hello guys...
I am looking for an Integrated Amplifier to take care of the Audio for TV/Movies and Music. Not interested in HT multichannel (already have a dedicated HT room), and not interested in Separates for this set up (already have another room with separates). Associated Equipment: Speakers: Usher BE10 Focal Utopia BE Sub Sources: Music: Aurender X100/ Playback Designs MPD-3 Movies: Oppo BDP105d (thinking in using the dedicated Stereo Outputs) TV: SKY HD Tuner: Magnum Dynalab Etude (believe it or not, still listen to radio :) It will probably be used 4-6-8 hours a day, so looking for SS and not class A (too damn hot)... something reliable, simple to use and good sounding, that it can be left on all day if needed. Was looking for a Mac Integrated (MA8000), as they look bombproof (are they?).... but open for suggestions... Cheers! |
A lot of great options in the same range as the M8000. You might also look at the Simaudio Moon 600i, the new Cambridge Audio Edge, Luxman L-509x, and the Pass Labs integrateds. I would consider the features you want (e.g. tone controls, phono stage, internal DAC, etc.) and narrow the list from there.
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I have an Gryphon Diablo 300 w built in DAC. It is a solid piece of gear and sounds magnificent. And - it has twin full-range subwoofer outlets. 80 punds of pure pleasure.
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... jeje just kidding.... Would love to hear a Diablo 300, would you imagine him playing 8-10 hours a day?... does it get very hot to the touch?... |
OP - where do you live? I think that might play into the decision wrt service and support.
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Another Gryphon Diablo 300 owner here. Terrific integrated. Another that's similar is the Pass Int-250. Both of these have some Class A bias, so they're not cool to the touch, but IMO the heat is manageable. Mine is usually on 10 - 12 hrs/day.
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I would just consider the ability to service the equipment you buy should there be a problem. You always hope that there will never be an issue....but then reality strikes! |
The Gryphon Diablo is such a cool looking integrated amplifier. Not that I have a list, but the 3 best looking integrateds to me are the Diablo, The D'agostino Momentum and the class A Accuphase (E800?) one that's on here a lot.
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