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.

I've had my eye on that Creek lately too.

Mike.......I can see why you're interested. There is a lot to like about this integrated amp. It even has HT pass-thru. The specs are quite impressive, and it can be ordered in silver or black.

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

Not at MSS HiFi :laughin:

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

Plenty of watts for a pair of Klipsch too...
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