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Ayre ex-8 2.0 vs Bel Canto e1x

I am on the market looking for an integrated with streaming (Roon ready) capabilities for a 2nd set-up. I ended up with the Ayre ex-8 and the Bel Canto e1x on the shortlist.

Both are in the same price range and with similar features, although I feel reluctant to move to a class D amp (more based on feelings than on facts).

If anyone ever demoed both amps, please feel free to advise.

Thanks
filorus

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hgeifman
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Please see link below:

https://www.stereophile.com/content/ayre-acoustics-ex-8-20-integrated-hub-da-integrated-amplifier
hgeifman
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Please read the Stereophile review of the EX-8 2.0 integrated amplifier. For example, “With its pure treble, clear and rich midrange, ample low end, and coherence, the Ayre is the finest solid state integrated I've had in my house. (The EAT E-Glo is the finest tubed integrated.)

If you're auditioning integrated amplifiers near its price, it deserves an audition”. This is why I like Ayre products.
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