Integrated for Dad

bryston bp60.

I have an Audio Refinement Complete, but would only recommend using it with a very good front end and not with Kimber speaker cables. Also, it does not have a phono section. Suggest you audition an NAD integrated amp.

I recently purchased a Redgum RGi120s integrated, this was a little more than $1000, but the RGi60 might be found for that price. This is the best sounding amp that I have heard for anywhere near this price range, Very musical, tight , quick, powerful bass, detailed highs, and smooth crystal clear midrange, never sounding bright or fatiguing. The Creek or Rega would probably be good choices also, as I looked into them also before buying the Redgum. You could also check into Roksan.

Dekay, you are the only other person that I have ever heard of, that has listened to the Magnum IA170! I originally auditioned my Reynaud Twins with the Magnum and was really impressed. It had a deep, rich, tonality that was totally engaging. Really rocked my socks, music wise.

Unfortunately, I couldn't find anyone else that had any experience with them and didn't want to take the risk since money was tight at the time(still is). So, I wne t with the AR Complete because there were so many satisifed owners who use it with the Twins.

The IA200 is supposed to be even better.

I like overkill. For years I drove a pair of TC-50s with an Audio Research D-250-mk II and an SP-11 preamp. Talk about overkill! I think they were the world's best sounding 50s though.