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Integrated w/phono but no DAC

Another integrated thread:

Could you recommend some integrateds that include a phono stage, but do not have an internal DAC?

Budget: $500-$1000

Speakers: Wharfdale Diamond 10.7 (long 25ft run)

Does anyone make something that also includes a Tuner anymore? Used or new ok!

Thanks!

leemaze

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jl35
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Anthem 225

jl35
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Marantz 8005, not sure about the new 8006
jl35
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The 8005 is all around better but still a mellow type sound I think if you can raise your budget a little the Belles Aria is far better. That’s what I have now.
jl35
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Mine is matched with a vintage tuner
jl35
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Exposure makes great stuff but that’s a preamp not an integrated. Check out some Onkyo models 
jl35
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I like refurbished vintage stuff, but unless you can refurb it yourself you never really know what you're getting...
jl35
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Upper level Yamaha integrateds very different than their AVR’s
jl35
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I would not, but I have not heard them in a familiar system. The A-S1000,1100,2000,2100,3000 is what I consider their upper level. The A-S1000 or maybe 2000 should be available used in your price range. I have rarely liked an AVR for 2 channel music
jl35
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Belles outstanding 
jl35
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I would think for low level listening or very high efficiency speakers that the Belles would be my easy choice...
jl35
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I have not compared them directly.  The Anthem has 3X the power and is less expensive. I chose to buy the Belles, but you might prefer otherwise...
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