Best Integrated that you've heard under $5k


It's a crowded market in the under $5k arena...

Let's hear which integrated amp surprised you and maybe even had you shaking your head in disbelief. 

Watch the first response be, 'no $5k integrated is that good' blah blah blah. You know how it is, lot of old fogeys on here that are done censoring themselves and take it out on the thread.

Also, if I've missed the cutoff and there's just this $6k or $7k amp that is worth consideration, feel free to mention.
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Showing 2 responses by jake123

You don’t need to spend anywhere near that kind of money. 

My system is 100k plus. I have had many amps over the years, high end and others, and spent a lot of money on this wonderful hobby. 

Ultimately, it will come down to three main variables:

1. the speakers you are using (including the space they are operating in). I regard this as one consideration;
2. your budget;
3. music you listen to.

As a general proposition, the Willsenton R8. which is less than $900 US, plus shipping, is a wonderful amp. I can tell you that from personal experience. 

That said, it will all depend upon those three factors referred to above. 

Enjoy the hobby, as its all about enjoying the experience and not stressing over the minutia. 5k for some is a lot of money and as I said, you don’t need to spend anywhere near that kind of money. 

Regards
If you are going to spend the dough, go with Pass Labs or Conrad Johnson. I have both and these are wonderful amps. Service support is unrivalled.