I have had the Rega Brio for a few years now that I bought here from Audio Advice. It is an absolutely amazing piece of gear that I have never had the desire to change.

Amazing how much quality and functionality can be packed into these devices, at quite reasonable prices. Great review!

Good stuff, love the comparisons and easy to understand technology.

I have the Cambridge CXA 61 and its CXN matching streamer connected to a pair of 20 year old vintage Quad 11L loudspeakers. I am very happy indeed with the sound.

Very informative and thorough video comparison video!

A very useful breakdown of integrated amps that give you impressive sound and build quality, especially for the price.

Thanks for clearly explaining what can be a confusing concept to those who are setting up a music system.

This was one of the most enjoyable you tube reviews of amplifiers under $1000. Delivered with true passion and detail. What was revealing that most recommended amps came from UK and none from USA considering the spokesman being from North America.....

Great list of some fantastic integrated amps.

Hallo audio advice, currently I am using floorstanding wharfedale diamond 12.4 powered with denon x3600h receiver. When using pure direct, it was to boomy (over in bass). I am plan to using pre-out connect with separated integrated amplifier. Which one can improve upper range and lower the sound of the bass? Thanks before

Thank you very much for this extremely helpful and informative video! Subscribed!

Great overview!

Great information and review.

I would like to know in terms of sound if the Advance Acoustic playstream A5 amplifier behaves in front of these amplifiers, as they have similar specifications! I don't see many reviews of this device.. thanks

Nice review! No sub out in AXA35 is a shame for me.

What would be best for my ELAC UniFi UBR62 Reference 6ohm 86db 140W speaker ? Thanks 🙏

I chose a Cambridge Audio CXA61 paired with a QAcoustics 3050i based on your advice last year in June. The lockdowns meant I couldn't view or hear the gear before ordering and it costs twice as much in Mumbai thanks to the import costs. So a mistake would be pretty expensive. Exactly a year after my purchase, I must say that it has been a great choice. Thank you for helping with my selection!

Great review

The Cambridge sounds great and has all of the inputs I need, including phono. Great choice!

Such a helpful video!

The upside down text on the Cambridge inputs is pure genius

I pretty much concur with the conclusions. The Rega is very smooth, and probably should be paired with a more forward speaker, as should the Cambridge, while Rotel should be paired with a speaker that is a little more laid back. This is a fine synergy, and should please any music lover.

Well done reviews, Sir. I have the Rega io amp and like it a lot. Even has a remote control.

Does the Denon PMA-800NE not compete with any of these amp? I'm hearing great things about this amp and was wondering where it would fit in with this group. Love the channel!

great video. i have been eye ballling the CXA81 for a long time. but of late have really begun to consider the A11 Tribute. What do you need to run phono into the cambridge?

Have you had an opportunity to audition an IOTAVX SA3? That's what I own and I'm very satisfied with the purchase.

You should really consider Atoll Electronique IN50 signature and IN30, they are amazing.

Why is the Audiolab 6000A not included in this review?

Fantastic video. Thank you very much

Excellent advice….I just yesterday installed my Marantz PM7000M

Although tube design hasn't changed that much so vintage tubes reconditioned can be in or near hi end sound while the list is below this.

Great Advice however I still use my Sansui AU999 to hear my LP and my Sansui 2000X to listen to FM stereo. While the Rega Brio small as it is, is tucked awayneatly in my storage cabinet. I must congratulate Rega for making it compact and it save a lot of space in my storage cabinet, Unused!. Tucked neatly in the corner of the storage cabinet. Ergonomically I hate the Rega Brio, try fitting all the thick interconnects into the RCA input. You need a tweezer to insert and to pull out. Don't think of dropping a metal object, like a stapler, spoon, metal ruler and have it landed across the two gold color speaker. A short circuit will occur and It might kill your amp in an instance. They should insulate the expose bare terminals. As we know Rega design don't come with short circuit protection nor DC fault condition. Another headache is, if you have too many turntable and the constant flipping of the amp, that weigh a ton in one hand and at the same time trying to access the ground terminal located underneath. No such issue with Sansui amps just flipped the switch phono 1 and Phono 2.

Informative vid. With the Rega Brio - Is there a way to hook up a CD Transport?? Or, no way without the Coax input?

Great review, Leon.

Awesome review. I like the higher end Cambridge amp. CSA61. Just one question. Will it drive the Polk Audio LSI15 at 4 ohms? Thanks once again

Thanks for the video. Its great. I have sonette iii for a year. I use Musical Fidelity M3si amplifier with sonettos. (85W on 8 ohm). What do you think about my amplifier to drive these sonetto iii's well? Since i dont have any opportunity to test my sonetto's with another amplifier, i am not sure that i'm using the right ampl. or not. Should i change it? And what are my alternatives (Denon 2500NE, Yamaha as2000 etc.) ?

Hi nice video, I'm looking for something for my Triangle Comètes Ez. Any idea other than Rega or Cambridge?

I'd throw in the Audiolab 6000a in. Fantastic amp for the money, a wonderfully confident and balanced sound.

Great video, but one question. Will any of these drive ESLs?

Bought a A11 Tribute half a year ago and its awesome.

The Vincent 200 & Vincent 500 both come in under $1200 and can't be beat.

Nothing like a nice integrated amp to get you into really great sound at a reasonable budget.

Bluesound Powernode is astonishing consider that it is a $600 BluOS streamer AND an amp with plenty of power plus HDMI arc! I have one. I also had a Rega Brio which is very nice, for those wanting a phono stage instead of a streamer.

thanks for this review. I was interested in your comment that these would blow a vintage piece away. Would this apply to a Sansui G 8000? I own one and have toyed with the idea of trying a modern piece but have this feeling i wont be blown away. your thoughts?

Hi, will the brio drive Rogers ls3/5. 15 Ohm . If not what will with a sweet sound full mids and not sharp highs? Thank you reinhart

Which one of these would pair best with Elac 2.0 B6.2's? Is the Axa35 really enough even with the current intake considered? Thinking its btwn the Cxa61 and Rega Brio. I have a ifi zen pre-amp and a Fluance rt85n...so im looking mainly for analog vinyl.

How come the audiolab 6000a didn't make the list?.

For the Brio it was mentioned that the volume knob is jerky in how it responds to the remote. Is it the same case with the io? Setting the volume precisely with the remote is an important criteria for me, something I’ve not been able to do with my peachtree nova.

Hi I would like some advice on which of this amp would fit better with any of the Wharfedale diamond 11.2 thanks

Man, that Rega Brio looks super simple to use. Bet it sounds awesome, since they focused all the attention on sonics instead of features.

As a previous marantz user recently switched to Rega. I should of done that years ago! Rega io will provide you an excellent sound I can guarantee that! Dont let its little size fool you, its a punchy little f....!😀

I like the look of the Cambridge stuff!!! Rotel stuff is nice too!!! I like the fact Rega makes their own stuff still!! Ok, fine... All three brands it is!!!!

Any speaker under 1K you can recommend for a Rega IO, if I'm in a small room? Need something that can work fine relatively close to front wall (30-40cm) without getting boomy. I listen to all kinds of music, mostly classic rock, pop, jazz, blues, and some classical. Thanks.

Thank you very much Mr Branson.

I own a sprout100. $700 and it's perfect for my needs.

hi great review. kef ks50 meta with rotel a11 will be good combination?(power)

Thanks for your suggestion sir, Rego io is best,sir which bookshelf speakers are best for this amplifier sir ,I want your suggestion please reply sir

I am wanting to upgrade from my Marantz pm6005, I bought a new pair of Dali Oberon 7 speakers and I feel the amp is lacking a bit. Would the Brio be a good match for them? I listen to vinyl mostly with Alexa hooked up for casual listening. Cheers !

I would add Imotiva to the list. Full featured and good sounding.

Great Review! I’m curious about the Rotel?! I have had the Brio-r 2012 and it was lean sounding! Any suggestion to mostly listen to Classic Rock & Heavy Metal? Best Regards!

I have a pair of Klipsch Fortes I bought in 1988, bringing them back from the dead with new crossovers, what amp would you recommend? Power handling 100 and 8 impedance…sensitivity 98db

Crystal. Thanks!

I want to be able to use a Chromecast to watch video, so I need an HDMI, but have no desire for more than 2 channel audio. Any suggestions?

I am looking for the best amplifier for my B&W 603 S3 speakers. Some people would recommend Yamaha AS501 or Rotel A11 Tribute or an older one, Nakamichi Amplifier 1. What's your opinion about this? Thank you!

What about for the Sonus Faber lumina II witch amp wil be a good pairing ?

Just fixed my re-capped Arcam 8R (had to swapout the MOSFETS) - bi-amped with a 8P (also re-capped) - the A11 will be on sale soon - has some nice features but just does not sound nearly as good as the old kit.

Would the AXA35 drive a pair of Wharfdale Lintons? I'll probably upgrade to the CX range later on.

Unlike the other amps in this video, there's no product name and model number for the higher-powered Cambridge that you like so much, and I can't quite understand it when it's spoken. Is it CX-A61 ? Or is it CX-S61 ?

I just got a vintage record player and had a quick question. I don’t want to spend more than 150$ on an intergraded amp, would it be best to buy a pre amp and a receiver instead then?

Well presented video. I like the rega brio but for under $1,000.00 amps I'd go for the made in usa Schitt Vidar. 100wpc @8ohms or 200wpc@4ohms. Plus a 600 voltage amps teansformer for $699.99.

Sir which amplifier is best for small room in best stereo performence.I want your suggestion please reply me sir,

I want a CXA81 for my Triangle Celius 902 speakers. I will play metal songs: Deicide, Obituary, Mayhem, Darkthrone, etc. What do you say ?

I own the Cambridge AXA35 and Rega IO. For those just starting out, I would highly recommend both, but the IO does sound better than the AXA35 (it should for twice the price). In fact, it sounds better than anything I've ever heard sub-$1k. Also - important point here - I wouldn't get too caught up on the power rating. The AXA35 is 35wpc and Rega IO is 30wpc, but I can tell you that the Rega is considerably more powerful than the Cambridge. I think Cambridge is either overstating the power rating or Rega is (very) understating their power rating.

Very annoying that the $350 AXA35 has a digital display and 1/4” headphone jack, while the $1000 CXA61 has a piece of black plastic for just push buttons and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

I'm confused. According to some "rumors", are receivers themselves (even 2 channel receivers) slowly going away?

Audiolab 6000a?

Why don't audio reviewers suggest amp and speakers pairings instead of these "best" lists? Most of us cannot go to audio stores and try the pairings ourselves. It is very tough to know what goes well with what. It would be really great to have that kind of suggestions. Cheers!

I'm a power monger! I play A LOT of metal at high volumes. Neighbors hate me I'm sure!! But I really miss the old Adcom pre/power setup I had 30 years ago... Had a Yamaha power amp about 25 years ago teamed up with a Kenwood pre that was sweet as well. Like I said...power monger!!

Hi, can I use HT bypass with my Yamaha rxv 583 Avr if I will be buying one amp with HT bypass feature? Thanks,

Which of these would pair best with b and w 607s2 or any other alternative?

I bought a pair Martin logan 35xti what amplifier is good for them????

I am using a pair of Wharfedale diamond 12.2 with Cambridge axa35 and I am not really getting the bass and bottom end as well as I expected. The mid range is great. I was thinking the Rotel May be more suited to these speakers 🤔

Because vintage was referred, I suggest sansui au 9900.

Based on today's listening habit, I switch between digital streaming and LP with a dash of Netflix on TV thrown in. Besides a KEF LS wireless, and combo like Monitor Audio 100 x Audiolab 6000a, what other combo would accommodate aforementioned habits? Would be great if you can do a comparison of gear combo under say $1500? 🙏

i need a video on best integrated amps under 2k i want to spend around 1500, 1600 i was looking naim,atoll,rotel...

I love your content and the way it is presented. I have one minor criticism though. You are producing "toroidal" incorrectly. You add a letter l after the d and pronounce the word "tor-roi-dee-al.

What is a speaker easy to push?

Good video to help newbies. :) Apparently Cambridge has come a long way; their amps from a few years ago were boring as hell. The Brio is a classic, and the Rega in this video is likely the best of this group. Btw, it's toroidal. Not toroidial. (not sure why everyone is saying torodial lately in all the vids I've been watching. Sorry - pet peeve of mine. lol Please ignore me. hahaha)

Never blinked...

Loved the review but a bit surprised that the high end review didn't include the Rotel A12. Seemed much more like the CXA61 then the Rega or is the sound of the Rotel significantly not as good as the others?

You listed 5 integrated amps under $1000 without mentioning the best one of the bunch. The Yamaha A-S801

What about Marantz PM6007?

I wish they could just add in a Cirrus or Cmedia chip to easily connect to pc and give it to me in 1U or 2U form factor. Alas, no such luck.

What country are these all made in?

Audiolab 6000a surely !

Stick with harman kardon amps an or there receivers... new or used they sound better!

7:10 gonna check that soon if vintage is not as good as he says

Cambridge audio should make 45 watts amplifier for people who are unable to buy expensive ones it will take on marantz pm 6007

If you already have an outboard DAC, then the Rega Brio is a no-brainer.

Good amp carries less buttons and sound tuning functions. Simple is the best.