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Integrated for Dad

I'm looking to get an Integrated amp for my Father for under $1,000. I'm looking at Creek, Rega, etc. but haven't heard any but the Rega. Any recommendations would be helpful. Older used stuff would be great. The less he spends the better for him. We're definitely looking for best bang for the buck. He listens to mostly vocals, and Jazz, and has no desire for big bass. It would be teamed up with a modified Rotel 970 CD player and new Polk R25i speakers with Kimber 8TC. A phono stage would be best, but we can go external if need be.
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darkmoebius
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Dekay, you are the only other person that I have ever heard of, that has listened to the Magnum IA170! I originally auditioned my Reynaud Twins with the Magnum and was really impressed. It had a deep, rich, tonality that was totally engaging. Really rocked my socks, music wise.

Unfortunately, I couldn't find anyone else that had any experience with them and didn't want to take the risk since money was tight at the time(still is). So, I wne t with the AR Complete because there were so many satisifed owners who use it with the Twins.

The IA200 is supposed to be even better.
darkmoebius
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Audio Refinement Complete integrated, they go for $650 used and come with a remote control. This is an extremely fine integrated that will surpise him with it's musicality, especially vocals and Jazz.

Check out the reviews:

http://www.goodsound.com/equipment/audiorefinement_complete.htm

http://www.audio-ideas.com/reviews/systems/audio-refinement-complete.html
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