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Recommendations for a stereo power amp with a XLR/RCA input switch around $2k

I recently scored a Cary SLP-98P tube preamp that I’m currently powering through my Musical Fidelity M6si integrated HT bypass. I’m thinking of selling the integrated to get a dedicated stereo power amp. Naturally I’m considering their M6s PRX model because I like the Musical Fidelity sound (beefy and musical). I also like that it has an input switch between the XLR and RCA inputs.

I know some people here are not MF fans (not sure why and don’t care to get into that), but would I be missing out if I get the MS6 PRX over another amp? What other amps around the $2k mark should I consider? My goal is to get a neutral/musical sound, with good controlled bass that is not over analytical or fatiguing, and prefer Class A and A/B. I play jazz, electronica and rock mostly. My speakers are Tannoy XT8f FYI.
galacticmayan

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tweak1
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Just because components have XLR I/Os does not mean they are true balanced designs. Very misleading I know, but there you are.

The benefits of true balanced mean NONE of the internal circuits share a board, eliminating the potential for cross talk. Hence more costly


That has NOTHING to do with the misconception that XLR is only for long interconnect runs. I hear the difference in 1m XLR cables, but that is because my system IS true balanced


Some true balanced designs go so far as to have separate power supplies.


hth
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