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SS Integrated amp w/front-mounted 1/8” mini-jack for personal media players ($1~3k range)

Looking for recommendations for a "budget" integrated amp to drive ELAC Uni-Fi B5 bookshelf speaker. The ELAC is a tough load (4 ohms nominal/3.7 minimum) with 85 db efficiency. 

This system is for use in my vacation home where I spend about 10 days a year so no need for anything more "refined"
to drive a $500 bookshelf speaker.

I use a chord mojo/poly as my only "input" source and greatly prefer a 1/8 mini-jack on the front panel for ease of access. I realize that my desire for a front mount jack will severely limit me from considering other high quality integrated's but thats my preference.

So far I've only identified the NAD 326/375 BEE series and SimAudio Moon 250i. 

I would consider discontinued products that meet my criteria. Basically I want a robust amp that can drive a demanding load. I want high quality and no frills. 

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

 
matsaly

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matsaly OP
7 posts
 
Thank you for the info. I am aware of this type of cable configuration but trying to use my existing Audioquest Yosemite 3.5 mm >>>3.5 mm cable.

As I noted in my post, I understand that my request for a front mounted 1/8 (3.5 mm) jack will limit my choices. 






matsaly OP
7 posts
 
Thanks for the suggestions. The Music Hall a30.3 has even more  power and might be a good match. 

Both the Arcam and Outlaw were not on my radar so thanks for bringing them to my attention.


matsaly OP
7 posts
 
I'm glad I posted my question. Getting good suggestions, many for products I never heard of before.



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