Thanks for the responses: I have to admit, I was pre-disposed to the older, higher end pieces to be had here on A-Gon. Suggestions would be greatly appreciated in the $1500 range for pre/power. I am very taken so far with the musical unambiguity of the NAIM gear that I've heard. Anything similar out there that I should consider? Thanks.
Older higher end or newer mid-fi...better bargain?
Say you have $1500 to spend on a 2 channel pre amp/power amp combo or integrated amp: Would you opt for an older, for example, NAIM system (e.g. 62/hi-cap/140 c. mid 90s) or a newer, say CREEK 5350se integrated...or what? Where is the most performance for $1500 to be had? I listen to CDs, SACDs, DVD-As, and LPs.