Looking to start a discussion on integrated Amplifiers. I would love to hear both arguments. Is modern technology (outside of dacs) superior? Or is a 20 year old similarly spec’d amplifier just as good? Is a 20 year old high end amp just as capable of a high end amp today?
I picked up a Musical Fidelity A3.5 for 650 the other day. These were almost 4K back in the day (adjusted for inflation) and it sounds tremendous.
I don’t think amplification itself has changed much. The concern is wear over the years. But general maintenance and even cap replacement is easy peasy for a competent service person.
And check that knob feel!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=wzRLVuquxQI