Recommend me a tube integrated amplifier


I'm at a point where I'd like to try a tube integrated amplifier.

I currently have a Luxman L-509x driving a pair of Audio Note AN-K/SPx SEs.

I use a Marantz SA-KI Ruby CD/SACD player and a Technics SL1200Mk2 and AT-33SA LOMC for sources.

I also use a Rythmik E15HP/PEQ3 subwoofer to fill in the bottom end.

I listen mostly to jazz, classic rock at low to mid-level volumes, and my budget would be around $4k-ish used or new.

So, I'd like to get some recommendations for an integrated that would pair well with the AN-Ks.  Subwoofer connection mandatory either pre-outs or compatible for speaker level connection.  Phono pre inputs for MC desired, but optional.

No hybrids, high power not needed. No headphones either.  A remote would be nice, but I could suffer without one.

TIA

erikt

I echo the Cary SLI-100 option. The presentation is very well rounded, and there's lots of power to spare.

I echo the Cary SLI-100 option. The presentation is very well rounded, and there's lots of power to spare.

 

I just got another email today from Cary Direct advertising the SLI 100.

SLI 100

 

 

 

One more to overwhelm you.

Black Ice Audio

45 day trial period

Someone always answered the phone when I needed to speak to someone.

 

@erikt

I love the idea of an AN integrated for you. Are you getting the Oto thru an AN dealer?  Didn’t recommend cuz thought it would be tough with your budget.  Are you getting Oto thru an AN dealer?

Someone always answered the phone when I needed to speak to someone.

That is always worth considering.