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All-in-one integrated, 10-15K range, class A/B only

For a second system. I want to buy a SS all-in-one integrated. At least 200W in 8ohm.

When I say all-in-one means it has to have DAC built-in (preferable a very nice DAC commensurate to the price point of the system). I would highly prefer a streamer built-in as well.

Am super excited about the new Boulder 866. It seems to be the only one satisfying all the criterion.

Another option could be the Accuphase E-800 with DAC module (but no streaming).
DAG Progression but it crosses 18K without DAC.

Any other options?
I am not interested in anything Class-D. It has to be Class A/B amplifier.

Speakers are TBD as well.


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nitewulf
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+1 for Luxman L-509X. It sounds amazing.
nitewulf
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If there is only one amp that hits all your boxes, then the choice is already made, ie, there is no choice, but only one option. So go ahead and swipe card. Why even bother discussing things.

But all these amp x is the best and most sublime, gods gift to mankind because its the most expensive...that is pure and utter BS. Most of us have no need to believe that because we don't drink that kool aid. This is similar to the review of Avik U380, a 40K class D amp which is god's gift to mankind, except it measured so bad in the bench that it was deemed broken in transport. Or that same designer's Raidho 2.5 way speakers costing $50,000. Getting stellar reviews by Absolute Sound. Yeah. Great stuff guys. I will buy a pair of $70,000 subwoofers to fill out the low end. And also buy $25,000 cables to "tighten" the sound signature.



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