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Integrated w/phono but no DAC

Another integrated thread:

Could you recommend some integrateds that include a phono stage, but do not have an internal DAC?

Budget: $500-$1000

Speakers: Wharfdale Diamond 10.7 (long 25ft run)

Does anyone make something that also includes a Tuner anymore? Used or new ok!

Thanks!

leemaze
jl35
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Exposure makes great stuff but that’s a preamp not an integrated. Check out some Onkyo models 
rbstehno
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For a little more money used would get you a Rogue Cronus Magnum with KT120 tubes.  Wry very good audiophile amp
hatz
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I also own Wharfedale Diamond 10.7's as well and listened to a number of  integrated amps through them including Parasound Halo, Rogue Cronus Magnum and Rogue Sphinx. To my ears the Rogue Sphinx sounded the best. With the Cronus imaging had more depth  but the top end was softer. The Parasound Halo, (which has a DAC), although a very good integrated seemed to make the Wharfedale's sound a bit thin.
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glennewdick
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I'm thinking you should look at a vintage restored receiver. Marantz, Luxman, Sansui, Accuphase etc. all made full featured receivers that are quite good if you get one that has been recapped. Late model Luxman's and Sansui's from the late 70-early 80s are very good after a recap same for Accuphases older stuff.

for example I sold last year a Luxman L560 a wonderful 50wpc class A amp that's the direct predecessor to the current top L590axii at close to $9k so 95% of the sound quality  of a $9k amp for $1000-1500 not bad. that particular one did not have a tuner but there are many very good vintage receivers that are a lot better then you may think.

new  there must be a NAD, Yamaha in that price range. their new stuff is quite good.

mickeyb
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Get a vintage Yamaha receiver. They have a decent phono section with a neutral sound. You could get a real nice one with your budget. 
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