DAC mix with Amplifier: NO!
Reason: Can not mixed with digital with analog,unless you do not care the quality of sound.
Integrated: No!
Resaon: The electric power is shared with pre and amplifier,which make the sound quality bad.
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Hey,so I can't seem to find the front end I want in an all in 1 integrated amp/DAC but I did find an amazing Preamp/DAC/Headphone that REALLY tickles my fancy..The Gold Note DS-10 & BONUS points it's a really small unit,just what I want...So for an amplifier I'm thinking either the Schiit Audio Vidar(100wpc x 2 @8ohms/200wpc @ 4ohms) OR the Pure Class A "Aegir"version(20wpc.x2 @ 8ohms/40wpc.@4ohms),which are also pint sized power houses....Concerning system synergy what do I need to look at as far as compatibility between these power amps & the Gold Note preamp?Thanks much,take care...