Best Tube Integrated

DK Designs VS.1 Reference Mk.III integrated amplifier.
Heard this peace on a few occasions. I was really floored when I find out it was around $3000 new. However take my recommendation lightly because I never had this peace in my system for evaluation. But if I was looking for a integrated amp it would be this or Manley's Stingray.
In your system, DK would probably be a better choice.
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Try a Cary SLI-80 Signature, it should fit the bill.

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John

I agree with Bbro that the Jadis Orchestra Reference is a very good option if you are looking for good bass performance. It also proides you with the option of using El34(more sweet); KT90 (Good bass an some sweetness)or 6550 (for the most bass punch). At least that was my eperience and I had one for over 4 years. If your starting out in tubes it gives you te option of tube rolling and you won't be dissapointed. I sold mines in 8/10 condition for just below $1,500(retails $3,400). Another option would be one of the 845 tube integrated manufactured by Unison Research. You may have to pay a little more for a used one, but they are very good amps despite not being as well know in the US.

Primaluna Dialogue Two; my 4th amp and I am now happy.

Good Luck-
Mark

I second the Cary SLI-80. It's a flexible amp in that you can use KT88's, 6550's, El34's, etc., plus is has triode and ultralinear modes that you can shift on the fly. Plus is has subwoofer outs that many amps are missing and it has a great headphone out as well. Used Sli-80's show up regularly in the classifieds within your budget. Although I have not had the good fortune to hear the Jadis Orchestra, I'm sure its a great choice as well. IMHO, few integrateds exude class like Jadis and I hope to own one one day.