Suggestions for an integrated amp?


I'm looking to upgrade amps my budget is 600-700 US. I was looking into either a musical fidelity a3 ( in the used market ) or a new Jolida jd-1501 new. The musical fidelity looks to me like being a perfect choice although, the jolida gives me that impression that its a cheap amp. Anyone have or can comment on the jolida? Any other suggestions would be great thanks!
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Showing 1 response by leica_man

If you can find one the Fisher 500c all tube unit from the 1960's is one of the sweetest sounding units I've ever heard. It has a warm and involving presentation with a three dimensional mid-range like the worlds best tube gear and sounds far and away more refined then the Jolida you mention. Ask around people who know will likely rave about this piece. Also of note is the fact it’s an all tube unit with a full tube pre-amp and amplifier and an all tube FM tuner. I’d imagine if something like this were built today it would cost at least $7000 or more if current gear is any guide. Also of note is the fact that the Jolida has no real pre-amp per se, just a cheap attenuator to lower the voltage from your CD player. Oh yea the Fisher also has an all tube phono stage for a high output MM cartridge.

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