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Integrated Amp to match with Magico A3

Have just ordered a pair of Magico A3, and looking for integrated amplifier to pair with it. As I heard once which had a very disappointing result to pair with Gryphon 300 in a local Hifi show in Hong Kong. Reallly looking for recommendations on matching amplifier. Planned to get a Marantz PM-10, but worried that the single box may not be powerful enough to push the A3. On the other side, some said Hegel H360 with 4000+ damping factor may suit even better.

thank you in advance
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antwill
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I will audition the Magico A3 soon. My considerations for amplification are the Hegel H590, Vitus RI-101, and Gryphon Diablo 300. Of these, the only one I can hear with the A3 is the H590. I would appreciate any feedback on how these amps will sound with the A3, and which one is best recommended. Just FYI, I listen to a wide range of music but for classical.
antwill
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Thanks for the advice, everyone. Has anyone heard the T+A PA 3100 HV with the A3? A used one runs about the same as the other integrated amps I inquired about. Basically, I’m doing my best to compare apples to apples in the sense of high quality sound, 300 Watts into 8 ohms without having local access to any but for the H590.
antwill
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I consider it a benefit to have an integrated amp with no DAC, though it's good to have the option of adding one internally if desired. That way I would not paying for a DAC if going with an external unit. The T+A is well beyond my budget, but used ones get into the ballpark of what I am willing to spend. Thanks again, everyone, for the responses. So much to consider...   :)
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