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Which integrated amp for better musicality - Parasound Hint vs Primaluna vs ???

I've been having a blast looking up threads and doing some research but my dilemma is this - I want to get more enjoyment out of my music (don't we all). My Anthem and Oppo setup honestly sound great but I can't help but think that maybe I am missing out. I am thinking of upgrading some of my gear by either adding an integrated amp or separates. I'd love to hear some recommendations. Based on some reading, I am considering: 

1. Parasound Halo Integrated 6
2. Primaluna Dialogue Premium or Premium HP

My current setup is as follows: 

Oppo 105D
Anthem MRX 510 AVR
Ascend Acoustic Sierra RAAL Towers and Horizon Center

Any recommendations or thoughts would be greatly appreciated. 
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shkong78
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Within your budget

Kiky EMX1 if you want lot of power 225W for 8ohm

Rogue Cronus Magnum II if you want tube 100W power

Lyngdorf 2170  if you want room correction and decent dac.


If you do not have separate dac,  Lyngdorf 2170 is a good try with digital out from Oppo




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shkong78
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https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis95j65-micromega-m-one-m100-stereo-integrated-amplifier-m-100-ma...

Micromega M-One M100 is another good choice.

One people reported that Micromega M100 have more power than Lyngdorf 2170 at audiogon forum thread.
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shkong78
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It is very nice that you enjoyed LM 850ia with your speaker.

Just one question!

You auditioned LM 805iA not 508ia.

I am not so sure whether 805iA is available in USA yet.

If so, I am also curious about the difference of sound between them.

If may be very similar except that 805ia bypass the pre-stage if used as power amplifier.
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