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I’m currently using a Parasound Halo Integrated.  The rest of my system consists of Clearwave Definition Be loudspeakers, VPI Traveler turntable, and Parasound T3 tuner.  Most of my critical listening is done from my iPhone into the DAC of the Parasound.

i very much enjoy the Integrated, but I’m curious if there is something in a smaller package that offers the same functionality and quality as the Parasound.  For a while, I looked carefully at the Peachtree Nova 150.  It’s intriguing, but I’m concerned I won’t maintain the level of sound quality I have now. 

Any thoughts on other Integrateds I should consider?
s7horton
marcdep
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greetings s7, i had the clearwave definitions and ran them with an boulder 865. fantastic combo, the power of the boulder displayed what they could do. tiny footprint and gorgeous rosewood cabinets are second to the capabilities of the speaker itself, beutiful sounding gems.  marc
jtucker
77 posts
 
s7horton, interesting choice with that Micromega.  Do you notice any fan noise?
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greene
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Hi everyone,
  I’m wondering is there an alternative to naim speaker cables.. I’m using wireworld mini eclipse 7 for my unitqute 2 and tannoy xtf8.. I  had a demo of the unit atom and got a thermal warning message.. I was driving it at 50 and over a bit for a few hours my speakers are 91 dB .
  I emailed naim and they suggested that the twisted design does not work will with naim amplifiers or the atom.. any thoughts and experiences.
thanks
gerald 
hgeifman
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Any interest in the Ayre EX-8 integrated amp?   The amp is fully balanced, has a DAC and might be something to consider.  It also includes a streamer that might be useful. See below from their web site:

“The EX-8 integrated amplifier provides a total solution for state-of-the-art music reproduction. Simply add any source (digital and/or analog) plus a pair of loudspeakers or headphones, and enjoy a musical experience that invigorates your soul. Built around Ayre’s exclusive innovations, the Ayre EX-8 includes fully-balanced, zero-feedback (real-time) circuitry throughout for natural musicality”.
hgeifman
2,187 posts
 
As you requested above, the Ayre EX-8 amp Dimensions are:

17.25″ W x 13.00″ D x 3.75″ H

Weight

24 pounds (11 kg)


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