best budget integrated amp for rock n roll music?

I love the Puccini but it's strength is not speed and bass kick, so not for the rock and roll lover. For more natural sounding music (classical, jazz, voice), it's hard to beat.
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FS Audio's comments on the Mistral are consistent with my own experience. I've tried many inexpensive integrateds (NAD, Denon..) and also Magnum Dynalab 208 (Stereophile Class A) and that one from Italy (Audio Analogue I think). These ranged from good to extremely good but the Mistral is the first solid state amp I've ever heard that has the presence and palpability of tube gear, and without rolling off high end at all. It softens the bass just a little. I have had this unit for a couple of weeks and I'm still in shock over how good it is. It is VERY present and lifelike. The only hint of a flaw I can discern so far is a slight emphasis on lower treble and that slight softening of bass. My tube monoblocks do have a bit more weight and slightly more relaxed, but the Mistral is fantastic, a real keeper. The sound is so liquid and beguiling I can't believe it's solid state. BTW, I have the LE version of the Mistral.

I feel that FS Audio is also correct in stating that they should have been clear about being a Mistral dealer when they made their original comments. Any dealer commenting on a product that they sell should mention that in the comment, period. I'm glad to see they realize that.

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