System advice

I just finished auditioning a Linn DSM in my system. This was configured as a streamer and their mid-level DAC. It was priced at $12K. The sound quality was definitely worthy of the price tag. It can be configured as a complete system and include preamp and amp… as well as phono stage if you want.

I have spent a fair amount of time listening to various combinations. I have to say that Linn has done a great job of breaking out of their niche of tutrntable maker. Their top level DSM is very impressive. They have used their model of being able to upgrade by swapping internal components. So for instance there are three levels of DAC.

I would seriously look at this, especially one box solution and upgradability.

What sound characteristics are most important to you?  Tough to make meaningful recommendations without that info as the possibilities are endless.

Clarity and depth

Given what you’re looking for and budget I’d take a hard look at the Joseph Audio Perspective 2 speakers paired with a Hegel integrated amp that includes both a very good DAC and streamer so everything works together in one box, which is really nice. Joseph Audio speakers disappear and throw off an incredibly open and 3D soundstage that’s among the best out there. I heard JA speakers paired with Hegel electronics at a show and it was outstanding so there appears to be very good synergy there. Here are a couple nice Perspectives and a Hegel H390 integrated that could be a sublime match.

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisb6f92-joseph-audio-perspective-2-graphene-floorstanding-sp-53631-full-range

https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650009107-joseph-audio-perspective-2-graphene-original-not-upgraded/

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisb6ci4-hegel-h390-integrated-solid-state

Hope this helps, and best of luck.

That’s really fantastic of you to make suggestions