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AVID Hifi Integra Integrated
Encapsulating the essence of our Integrated Amplifier range, Integra plunders its bigger stablemate for its internal building blocks.
Offering an impressive sound quality that's obvious from the first few moments, suddenly you escape into a soundstage you didn't expect to find in your music collection.
"INTEGRA played any music I fed it with near perfection"
- Janine Elliot
Key Features
- Remote Volume Control
- Pellar Integated Phono
- Headphone Amplifier
SUper Powers
Powering your music is a huge transformer, electrical reservoir and the mono amplifiers from our SIGSUM. Avoiding unwanted circuitry noise which tarnishes the sound, we have harnessed a silky-smooth ALPS volume control and bespoke capacitors from our Reference models offering a warmth that makes listening an endless pleasure.
“If you want to get blown away – this is an amplifier worth hearing”- Noel Keywood
Winning Design
From inception a multitude of Industry accolades have been bestowed on this musical amplifier, connecting you vividly to the performance, either through the built in Pellar phono stage or its numerous line inputs. Listening with loudspeakers opens up a glorious soundstage and for those moments of solitude you have the exceptional headphone output. A winning design that is also winning hearts and awards.
"Notes start and stop precisely, expressing rhythmic flow"
- John Pickford
What's inside
ELECTRONICS
Cascading directly from the SIGSUM integrated amplifier, the specifications are no less impressive. Appealing to its customers and the growth in vinyl reproduction the INTEGRA includes the award winning Pellar Phono stage, fully compatible with all pick-up cartridges. Using our bespoke polypropylene capacitors in critical signal paths and the final signal running through the exceptional ALPS volume control. The excellent headphone amplifier is perfect for those wanting escapist listening sessions.
POWER SUPPLY
Employing a huge 750VA mains transformer and 88,000uF of electrical storage capacity there is no holding back the impressive dynamics you hear in real music.
CASEWORK
Crafted from heavy gauge steel to screen sensitive components from external assault, every detail is done with finesse, from the solid aluminium front panel with our distinctive designed controls to the beautiful cover with logo hole patterning and INTEGRA name proudly being displayed. From the moment you open the packaging to lifting the amplifier, you will feel precision quality and craftsmanship.
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AVID Hifi Integra Integrated
The AVID Hifi Integra Integrated is an analogue-first integrated amplifier that pairs muscular Class‑AB drive with a remarkably wide, immersive soundstage. Built around a 750VA mains transformer and a hefty 23kg chassis, it delivers 90W into 8Ω while offering deep, controlled bass, crisp midrange presence and explosive dynamic reserves. Reviewers at The Ear and The Sound Advocate praise its timing, grip and imaging; the Integra consistently projects performers larger than life with secure low‑end control. The onboard Pellar phono stage, generous storage capacitance and ALPS volume control underline its analogue pedigree. Ideal for vinyl enthusiasts and listeners who prioritise energy, PRaT and a long‑lived, serviceable design, the Integra rewards careful system matching and will suit those seeking an engaging, performance‑first integrated amplifier.
Pros
- Exceptional dynamics and grip that drive real-world speakers with authority well beyond its 90W rating.
- Wide, immersive soundstage and precise imaging that place performers convincingly in the room.
- High-quality analogue features—Pellar MM/MC phono stage with generous gain and loading options—makes it especially strong for vinyl users.
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Cons
- Presentation can be slightly forward or leading-edge in some systems, requiring careful cable or component matching.
- No digital inputs or onboard DAC—buyers will need a separate DAC/streamer for modern digital sources.
Sound Quality
92/100
Dynamics
92/100
Both reviews highlight unusually large reserves for a 90W amp: 'power reserves on full musical transients are far beyond these specifications' and 'dynamics, grip, and control provided are immense'. Multiple comments about effortless drive and control support an above-excellent dynamics rating for this Class AB ~90W design.
Soundstage Imaging
91/100
The Integra is credited with an enormous, wide soundstage and strong stereo imaging — performers 'almost larger than life' and staging that extends beyond the speakers. Reviewers note very good width and depth with only modest rear extension in one setup.
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Build Quality
94/100
Substantial build: 23kg chassis, 750VA mains transformer and 88,000µF storage, bespoke Samwha caps and quality ALPS RK27 volume are all cited. Reviewers call the construction virtually flawless and note the solid, long-lasting feel and excellent controls.
Features Connectivity
88/100
Feature set is firmly analogue-focused: 4x RCA line inputs, single-ended only, a high-quality Pellar phono stage (MM+MC with loading options), quality headphone output and dual speaker binding posts; a recent simple remote was added. No DAC or digital inputs, so strong analogue connectivity but minimal digital features.
Value for Money
83/100
Reviewers praise performance and build but note the Integra sits at a premium price (~£9,300 / ~$9,995) and may be 'a touch less competitive price-wise' versus some rivals. Given the high performance and analogue focus, reviewers see clear justification for some buyers (vinyl enthusiasts), but price competitiveness is mentioned as a mild concern.
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