Integrateds: Why do they all SUCK?


I’m trying to find a HIGH QUALITY integrated that has:
1. A no-corners-cut real class A - A/B power stage.
2. A real, high quality analog preamp line stage.
3. A good phono stage.

Aside from a few very high end products, the above described integrateds seem not to exist. Why can’t I find a quality integrated? Do we just have to accept having a pile of boxes?
madavid0
My YBA Intege DT certainly does not suck. Find a slightly used one and be happy.
Vinnie Rossi LIO.  With the LIO yo have choices.  Choices of input line stages, DAC, two different phono stages, headphone amp.  You can order it one way and change it as your needs change.  This is the finest piece of audio equipment I have ever owned and recommend it without hesitation. Good luck on your journey. Cheers!
Mcintosh MA9000 sounds awesome.  Loads of power, all the connections you'll ever need, superb DAC, MC/MM phono stage, tone controls.  Two problems: it weighs 100 lb and costs $10K.