I have to admit a certain lust for the retro-style of Accuphase. I understand that engineering quality is also high. And while I have no interest in trading in my Boulder, I would love to hear if anyone is pairing the Rossini or Vivaldi with these beautiful amps : )
(After all, a second system is always possible… !)
The big integrated (E-800) was well up there for me when I was amp shopping. I preferred the D’Agostino MxV stereo amp and the darTZeel (obvs.), but I would have been very happy with any of those three. Pretty, too
Accuphase is a great company making honest and very high quality gear. They’ll still repair anything they’ve ever sold.
I have a C-47 and DP/DC-1000. The phono pre is really great, worth an audition if you’re in the market, even vs. more expensive units. The 1000 series takes a very different approach than dCS, but complements the Vivaldi very well, and is a joy to use.