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Originally Posted by C4STR0
Follow up: would the total price of separates = "newer" model Accuphase integrated? Take the E-600 for example. Would it's preamp outperform my current preamp and would it's Class A built in amp outperform my P-360 or similar era Class A separate amps? Would an integrated the same price as vintage/older separates be the better route to go?
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As I already mentioned in my previous post, going for a new (or used) Accuphase integrated might be an option.
Please keep in mind, that the Accuphase sound character has changed considerably in the past few years from somewhat reserved ('applied handbrake') to much more open and transparent.
IMHO an E-600 will outperform your current combo. However I cannot tell you, whether you will like its different sound character.
You will need to go out and listen for yourself.
I'd suggest you take your combo to an Accuphase dealer and start there to compare with an E-280 ( if this unit would be within your budget).
Martin