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Integrated Help

I'm looking into purchasing a new integrated amp. Right now I've got a Rotel 1062 with Infinity 3500 (4 ohm) speakers. Source is a VPI Scout/10x5 with EAR 834P. I listen to mostly rock--not classic, more punk, new wave, indie, etc.

I like the sound/idea of tubes, but I'm worried about warm up time. I usually only have an hour or two a day to listen to the stereo, so letting tubes warm up for an hour or something is not convenient. Or should I not be concerned about this?

Second, does anyone have any integrated recommendations in the $1500 range used?

I should also say that I don't plan on keeping these speakers forever, though they do sound great. I would hope to upgrade in the next year or so, but I'd like to do the amp first.
sinisterporpoise68
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Blue Circle CS. One for sale on agon, another just sold.

Pre-amp section always on standby, so just hit the power switch & you're up & running. Very good sound from a small box.

Don't let the low price fool you.
seanacape
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if you like rock and roll....i'm going to assume you like it played loud every once in a while...like myself,i like a room filled with music...had bought the creek 5350se off agon and found i had to turn it up way to much to get the desired effect of a room filled with music..after two days of this i put it back in the box and rehooked my yamaha receiver back up...which i don't care for...have since replaced ...
i would go for the MF as well...
good luck...sean
theunderlyingtheme
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Plinius 8200 MKII would be a great choice - it handles any music extremely well.
superwolf
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I had the 1062, and upgraded to Rogue Cronus. I am pleased.
lrsky
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I'll take flak for this even though I am no longer associated with LSA Group;

The LSA Integrated is REALLY GOOD for the money...especially used!
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