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Pros & Cons of Buying an Integrated with Built-in DAC?

I'm currently looking at integrateds. Ideally, I'd like the next one to be my last and I'm wondering whether I need to purchase one with an internal DAC to provide flexibility for computer audio should I be compelled to go that route in the future. Will today's DACs be outmoded 3 years from now? Am I better off waiting to buy a separate DAC until I really need one? I'm confused. Technology is speeding up and my middle aged brain is slowing down! 

stuartk

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czarivey
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If there's no demand on higher power, the combination units similar to vintage receivers will work great depending on unit quality.
Many vintage receivers tuner/preamp/amp combos compete very well against modern full function integrated amps
czarivey
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I have Leatherman all in one tool and it's made of great steel so all of the units work perfectly and never getting bent.

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