Best Amp/Pre-amp Combo for 1500

What would be the best amp/pre-amp combo for no more than $1500 total? Only solid state gear.

phish6004-10-2001 5:57am

sdcampbell Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,136 posts 04-10-2001 at 06:05am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete For the amount of money you specify, your best bet might be a top quality integrated amp, such as the Bryston B-60, the Creek 5350SE, or the Musical Fidelity (sold by Audio Advisor).
sdcampbell Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,136 posts 04-10-2001 at 07:25pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete After my initial post, a few other thoughts struck me. If you are willing to buy used gear, you should seriously consider the Adcom GFP-750 preamp, one of the best on the market (rated a "Class A" component by Stereophile). The "750" is often listed on Audiogon for about $750, and you will simply not do better for the money. You could pair the GFP-750 with used amps from Adcom (5500), B&K, or Rotel and have a very nice system for under $1500.