Both the Hint and Hegel would be a great addition. Hegel is an excellent choice. However, the Parasound might get the nod with a built in phono stage, and a decent one at that. The Parasound also comes in silver, the Hegel in four or five shades of black...
Integrated streaming amplifiers under $3000
Howdy! Since you fine folks have been supremely helpful in the past, here is another question for you. I'm *finally* upgrading my system's front end from a Schiit stack and Adcom GFA555 to something better suited to my speakers. I currently have a pair of Dynaudio Contour 20s and am looking for an amp that:
So far I've considered the Hegel H120/190, Parasound HINT, Primare i35 Prisma, and on the lower end the Heaven 11 Billie. Basically are there any others that I should be considering? Thanks!
- Puts out between 150 and 200 wpc into 4 ohms
- Must have an integrated DAC with a variety of inputs
- Clean, minimalist form factor (I'm a big fan of silver faceplates also)
- Has a remote control option
- Is solid state or hybrid (I dont want to get onto the tube treadmill)
- BONUS points for streaming capabilities (this isnt a total dealbreaker but is highly preferred)
- Has a nice balanced presentation that is detailed but not ice cold, for context the Contours are slightly laid back but bring out great detail as well, so something that pairs well
- Can be had used or new for under $3000
So far I've considered the Hegel H120/190, Parasound HINT, Primare i35 Prisma, and on the lower end the Heaven 11 Billie. Basically are there any others that I should be considering? Thanks!