I owned a Yamaha integrated back in the day and a receiver as well. The receiver was just ok, but the integrated was quite nice, including the overall build quality. I have not seen the new AS3000, but from the pictures it looks quite stunning. I currently own Pass INT-150. I think it is the best sounding amp I have owned. I can't see myself replacing it any time soon. I bought mine used for $3K. If you can find one for that price I don't think you can go wrong. I did look at Hegel once for a second system. I think they are a good value. You are not paying for eye candy with them.
Yamaha integrated amp as3000 vs Pass integrated
Hi ! I’m very interesting in the new line Yamaha AS3000 and want to hear other have compare it with some of the pass labs int , what are your thoughts on both of the gears , so far I been looking at a used totl Yamaha but I haven’t seen any come up used , it kinda rare here so it made me think that people must love and want to keep it , so what are your thoughts ?