# Need a new integrated for the shop

**URL:** <https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661>\
**Category:** Audio Components\
**Created:** [February 13, 2024, 12:02pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661 "2024-02-13T12:02:41Z")\
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**Author:** ![Baldy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/baldy/32/223847_2.png) [@Baldy](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Baldy)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 12:02pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/1 "2024-02-13T12:02:41Z")

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Looking for suggestions from the hive on a new integrated amp for the machine shop.  
$2000 or so on the used market.  
100 watts or so should do.  
Need Roon ready, network able, air play would be ok but not necessary.  
Mainly for use with Qobuz or Pandora over the network or fom a local computer sound card output.  
So far NAD and Hegel come to the top  
Any suggestions?  
Thanks

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**Author:** ![akro](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/akro/32/177145_2.png) [@akro](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/akro)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 12:33pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/2 "2024-02-13T12:33:07Z")

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PSA Sprout?

with money left over for ice cream

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**Author:** ![amsco15](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/amsco15/32/28_2.png) [@amsco15](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/amsco15)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 1:13pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/3 "2024-02-13T13:13:55Z")

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[https://www.schiit.com/products/ragnarok-1](https://www.schiit.com/products/ragnarok-1)  
[https://www.schiit.com/products/vidar2](https://www.schiit.com/products/vidar2)  
[https://www.schiit.com/products/saga-2](https://www.schiit.com/products/saga-2)  
The Schiit Ragnarok would be great, not 100 watts though. Or, you could use a two box solution with the Vidar as the amp (it’s 100W) and the Saga+ as the pre (both boxes are smaller width). You can buy new and still have plenty of money left over. American assembled with mostly American made parts.

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**Author:** ![RonP](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/ronp/32/213555_2.png) [@RonP](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/RonP)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 1:20pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/4 "2024-02-13T13:20:08Z")

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Big plus 1 on the Schiit. I own several of their pieces and they perform way beyond the price and have been trouble free.

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**Author:** ![Baldy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/baldy/32/223847_2.png) [@Baldy](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Baldy)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 1:32pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/5 "2024-02-13T13:32:34Z")

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I forgot about Schiit. Thanks to both of you!

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**Author:** ![Baldy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/baldy/32/223847_2.png) [@Baldy](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Baldy)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 1:34pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/6 "2024-02-13T13:34:11Z")

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We have been using a sprout since they were released but it is dying a slow miserable death. Looking for something with a little more grunt.

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**Author:** ![paul172](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/paul172/32/308402_2.png) [@paul172](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/paul172)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 2:01pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/7 "2024-02-13T14:01:12Z")

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> **[PS Audio Stellar Strata Stereo Integrated Amplifier](https://tmraudio.com/components/integrated-amplifiers/ps-audio-stellar-strata-stereo-integrated-amplifier-2/)**
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I never hear one but it should be a step up from sprout.

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**Author:** ![Baldy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/baldy/32/223847_2.png) [@Baldy](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Baldy)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 2:19pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/8 "2024-02-13T14:19:52Z")

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I did see that one and it’s also on the short list.  
Thanks

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**Author:** ![terzinator](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/terzinator/32/45292_2.png) [@terzinator](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/terzinator)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 3:09pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/9 "2024-02-13T15:09:05Z")

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not to make this a classified ad for myself, but i have a Cambridge Azur 851 A that I’m selling for cheap… Great amp, plenty of power, but it’s just an analog integrated. You’d need to add a streamer.

(Do you need an all-in-one?)

Mine’s on USAM

> **[Cambridge Audio Azur 851A Integrated Amplifier](https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650048801-cambridge-audio-azur-851a-integrated-amplifier/)**
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> Selling my Cambridge Audio 851A integrated amplifier.(Trying to regain some sanity with all my hoarding. I have more gear than rooms!)No DAC, just an analog integrated, which I love. Nothing to become obsolete!Near perfect condition. (Only blemish is...

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**Author:** ![Baldy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/baldy/32/223847_2.png) [@Baldy](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Baldy)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 3:11pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/10 "2024-02-13T15:11:39Z")

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More food for thought. 🤔

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**Author:** ![weedeewop](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/weedeewop/32/190064_2.png) [@weedeewop](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/weedeewop)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 4:55pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/11 "2024-02-13T16:55:38Z")

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I use a Hegel H120 and I am very pleased with it. It is in my primary digital listening system used for assessing new releases. My source is an Innuos ZEN Mk3, streaming via Qobuz.

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**Author:** ![scotte1](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/scotte1/32/147_2.png) [@scotte1](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/scotte1)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 5:00pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/12 "2024-02-13T17:00:24Z")

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Another interesting twist for you to take a look at:

> **[Naim Presents the CI SERIES - The Absolute Sound](https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/naim-presents-the-ci-series/?mc_cid=eebd713295&mc_eid=1d3c0b9753)**
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> Naim Presents the CI SERIES - The new CI Series range from Naim consists of three products designed to complement integrated setups, and CI Focal loudspeakers.

The CI-Uniti 102 is an “all-in-one streamer and amplifier” – $1,499 USD according to the linked release.

We sure do live in the best of times as far as this hobby goes (IMO). We have multiple options to our options and a lot of great gear with a hight performance to price ratio.

Cheers.

[Addenda: NAIM always has to make things “interesting”; and, in this case, it looks like there will be limitation on what speakers you can use with this kit. Still and all…interesting…]

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**Author:** ![paul172](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/paul172/32/308402_2.png) [@paul172](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/paul172)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 6:04pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/13 "2024-02-13T18:04:34Z")

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> [@Baldy](#):
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> I did see that one and it’s also on the short list.

You should call Nick. He should give you a good discount for all the high end gear you recently sent them.

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**Author:** ![john2213](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/john2213/32/94338_2.png) [@john2213](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/john2213)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 9:10pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/14 "2024-02-13T21:10:24Z")

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> **[R-N2000A Network Receiver Specs - Yamaha USA](https://usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/hifi_components/r-n2000a/specs.html)**
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> Specs for the Yamaha R-N2000A network Hi-Fi receiver compatible with lossless and high-resolution music sources and streaming services.

Best,  
-JP

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**Author:** ![Baldy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/baldy/32/223847_2.png) [@Baldy](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Baldy)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 9:54pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/15 "2024-02-13T21:54:24Z")

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Thanks John,  
Its more than I want to spend for the shop but looks like a solid piece.

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**Author:** ![Baldy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/baldy/32/223847_2.png) [@Baldy](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Baldy)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 9:57pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/16 "2024-02-13T21:57:38Z")

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Good to know and thanks.  
I was looking at those too. TMR has 3 of them that must have come from someones HT setup. And the price is right.

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**Author:** ![john2213](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/john2213/32/94338_2.png) [@john2213](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/john2213)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 10:12pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/17 "2024-02-13T22:12:54Z")

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I’m good at spending others money🙂  
Maybe look for an N1000, same DNA without some bells & whistles

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**Author:** ![Baldy](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/baldy/32/223847_2.png) [@Baldy](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Baldy)\
**Post date:** [February 13, 2024, 10:25pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/18 "2024-02-13T22:25:16Z")

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I appreciate the effort! I love spending other peeps money too.

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**Author:** ![tech-hifi](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/48db29/32.png) [@tech-hifi](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/tech-hifi)\
**Post date:** [February 14, 2024, 12:07am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/19 "2024-02-14T00:07:27Z")

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I recommend the NAD M10 V2.

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**Author:** ![weedeewop](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/weedeewop/32/190064_2.png) [@weedeewop](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/weedeewop)\
**Post date:** [February 14, 2024, 3:55am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/need-a-new-integrated-for-the-shop/36661/20 "2024-02-14T03:55:25Z")

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