I currently have the original Parasound Halo, which replaced a Peachtree Nova 100W. The Halo to me sounds much better. Also, about six months after the warranty expired, the Peachtree started to self destruct. When unplugging some cables, two of the sleeves for the RCA connectors broke off the unit, and the digital inputs started to act up. My unit, obviously was a lemon, and may (or may not) be indicative of poor quality control.
Recommend Affordable Integrated Amps (Solid State or Tube)
Looking for an affordable, good sounding integrated amp costing no more than $3500. It must be able to play CDs and Vinyls as well as digital music from iTunes (some 30,000 songs) stored in AIFF format. Currently have an Accuphase E 307 integrated amp using Kimber Kable interconnects and speakers cables with jumpers. Current speakers are KEF Q700. Analog is Linn Basic with an Akito tone arm and Rega Exact 2 Cartridge. CD player id a Marantz 5004. I listen mainly to jazz, R&B, Pop, world, etc. at moderate listening volumes. Room size is about 17 x 24 feet with 8 foot ceiling.
Would love to have suggestions.
Would love to have suggestions.