Re: Integrated amplifier upgrade advice/suggestions

ianfoy@xxxxxxxxxxx wrote: 
Hi,

I've been trying to upgrade from my old broken arcam delta 290 amp.
I've extensively auditioned both a Roksan Kandy III amp and a Cyrus
8vs.

I found:
- the roksan kandy became tiring after a while; especially the treble.
The overall sound can get a bit too aggressive.
- the Cyrus seems more realistic. The treble is more open but the
bass/midrange is too "dry", lacking warmth. Sounds fantastic with
acoustic music though.

I've also heard other amps in dealers (rega mira, rotel 1062, naim nait
5 and 5i).

Has anyone any suggestions for an integrated amp that combines the best
of both; the warmth/presence of the kandy with the refinement of the
cyrus ?

Thanks,
Ian

I have an ONKYO 922 driving ESL63's with very good results.
.

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