Amplifiers, two or one?

[Fredchris]

Is it possible to get a good preamp and a good, compatible power amp, for about 1K total? Or at that price am I better off with a. Integrated amp? My long-time amp died, I have two pretty good Klipsch speakers and subwoofer. I only listen to music (no movies/video). I mostly play the music from a PowerMac using iTunes via a DAC. Probably not ideal, but convenience worth it to me.

I no longer know the ropes, and any advice or recommendation is much appreciated.

 

[thee_prisoner]

It depends on the speakers you have, what model Klipsch and sub? Having separates amps are nice since you have a lot of flexibility. Integrated amps can be a great option too. The best thing to do is try out some amps/integrated with your speakers and what sounds best for you.

1k is a very doable(getting used from a stereo store with trade in value is even better). If you're just using the Mac/DAC for output, that is you're pre-amp so a integrated amp may not even be needed. IF you want to hook other up devices, a pre amp or integrated amp maybe be necessary.

Without knowing what speakers you're using, I can't recommend an amp. But you will still have to listen for the best amps for you anyways.

Be seeing you, the Prisoner...

 

[americanaudiophile]

If you want separates then you should check out Parasound Classic Series. If you want to go tube check out Jolida. For integrated amps also try Cambridge Audio.