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i probably wasnt clear, the CF-3's are available at $300

some for sale locally $300. deal/no deal?

cant find much info on this. apparently it has a different phono section than all other models. looking for any review re the phono section as this would be the main use for it.

i'm looking for a new amp myself and have been recommended that same Outlaw amp as above from another forum anyone have experience with the Jolida hybrid tube/ss amps? they seem to get good recs and sound interesting and are around $500-700. no phono input though so that means a phone pre would be needed for me.

considering a Jolida 1501 tube/ss hybrid based solely on review info. any words of wisdom re this amp? this will mean a phono pre amp is needed though, looking for recs there as well

current power is fine most of the time but occasionally want to fill a fairly large room. Thought the new cartridge might need some help as well. have also read where Forte's sounded better with more power.

no preference on the built in vs external phono pre-amp other than affecting cost. i could live without a tuner for this application

looking for a "new" amp for a mostly vinyl setup w/ Forte speakers. TT is old Technics w/ new Denon DL 160 coming. Currently using old Denon @ 55 watts, need a little more power for me. not scared of vintage, trying to stay around $1000, maybe $1500 high end. Trying to narrow down the endless options