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. 
freesole
Primaluna is extraordinary, I had the HP integrated and the Dialogue Premium integrated (4 power tubes) and love the smaller version. To me it is much more musical and the sound is just fabulous!
Of the choices in your OP my vote would be for the Primaluna.

However - 

I'd strongly advise you to check out the Rogue Cronus Magnum II. Great integrated, USA made, owner Mark O'Brien is always reachable by e-mail or (best) by phone and is extremely helpful. Think about how much help you might get with one of the Chinese brands from the manufacturer or one of the BS artist importers.

I've owned a CM I for about five years and am completely satisfied, maybe thrilled is a better descriptor. I swapped the single stock preamp tube for a Mullard and am pleased with the results, but it wasn't completely necessary to do that. Go for the Rogue, especially if you can use the 100 wpc.
@ waltersalas

Good to know that the LM tubes are $90.00. I question if a LM dealer would sell to the 2nd hand market?.  I guess I will have to ask.

I was looking at the moderately priced Psvane 805 @ $325.00 per pair
and the Psvane 300B (LM Stock) $405.00 $- 749.00 per pair as options. 





@bradf 

I believe you can order replacement tubes directly from Arizona HiFi, instead of having to go through Line Magnetic. It would be worth a visit to their website, or a phone call. It was a very simple process for me, and the owner is a very congenial and helpful fellow.

Yes, the Psvanes are a bit pricier, though some people have reported good results. There are several good options with the the 300B tubes. It just depends on how much you want to spend. Contact me via private message if you are interested in discussing different tubes I have tried, and associated pricing.


There's more than one previous thread where the relative merits of the Rogue and Prima Luna integrateds are debated.