I listend to one about 3 years in my home when I was buying some new stuff. At the time I felt it was very good. I bought the 2.5 preamp and tiny triode monoblocks (no longer sold) since I felt they had a little more magic. They do not have as much power or bass so that is a draw back for me.
It seemed that the little monoblocks had a little better sound stage making the IT-85 sound flat.
I do not know if this was particular to my set up but that was my feeling at the time.
I would go with the integrated first and add the amp later if you need (want) more.
It seemed that the little monoblocks had a little better sound stage making the IT-85 sound flat.
I do not know if this was particular to my set up but that was my feeling at the time.
I would go with the integrated first and add the amp later if you need (want) more.