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Help me choose an integrated amp for my system (max budget $3000)
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Krell S-300i, $2495. 150 WPC @ 8 Ohms, 300 WPC @ 4 Ohms.
Vincent SV236 MK ($2000) reviewed & praised by Michael Fremer http://www.stereophile.com/integratedamps/vincent_tubeline_sv-236mk_integrated_amplifier/
or its new replacement SV237 ($2400) (has a USB input/DAC)
150 WPC @ 8 Ohms, 250 WPC @ 4 Ohms
The Musical Fidelity M3i is an excellent integrated amplifier that sells for $1500.
Due to the pending sale of one of my homes, I have one to sell for only $950.
It replaced a NAD 356BEE in my system; I did not like the 356BEE at all. I think the 326BEE actually sounds better than the 356BEE.
It is like new and I can ship it in the original box.
I think it would be an excellent addition to your system.
The NAD is a great all rounder. If you like its sound, you may want to look for a used Accuphase recent 200 or 300 series. I went up the same path, and the NAD was a tough act to follow until I got the Accuphase E306v.