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I hate to post another integrated vs separates discussion but I could use some input. My current system is Olympica Nova II's, Cambridge 851N (streamer/DAC/preamp), Cambridge 651W (amp).

I'm planning on spending <$10K on my next component upgrade which I'm thinking will be a new amp. I'm curious how folks here would allocate that money. My initial thought is to use that money towards a separate amp and just go all in on that. In a year or two I can upgrade the preamp or DAC. I certainly wouldn't be spending more than $10K for this future upgrade. Probably closer to 5-8K but who knows, maybe I'll feel compelled to go big again.

Given how far integrateds have come, however, I'm wondering if I'd actually be better off spending the 10K going that route.

Either way, I'm curious to hear which models you recommend. 
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elliottbnewcombjr
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worthy speakers, I'd love to hear them.

I encourage trying tubes, and am always tempted by the Raven Blackhawk millercarbon just bought and recommends after actual listening which is quite an endorsement.

One optional feature is their built-in high pass crossover to move the bass load to a self-powered sub or separate amp(s).

I think the speakers are set up for bi-amp so you have future options.
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