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Integrated Amplifiers

Integrated amplifiers from Cary Audio, combining preamplifier and power stage within a single chassis. Here, valve-based integrated models coexist with solid-state offerings, and some models additionally incorporate a digital source or converter, thus also appearing in Digital Sources.

One unit combines source selection, volume control and power amplification for the speakers.

What is this family?

An integrated amplifier combines the preamplifier, which selects sources and adjusts volume, and the speaker power stage in one chassis. Cary Audio offers valve and solid-state designs. Inputs, operating modes and digital functions vary by model: check the exact product page and manual.

CAD-300SEI

Single-ended triode valve integrated amplifier that also includes headphone amplification.
- Valves
- Single-ended
- Class A
- Triode
- Integrated Amplifiers
- Headphones
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DMS-300A

Network player from the DMS platform that integrates amplification: a digital source and an integrated amplifier in a single unit.
- DMS platform
- Solid state
- Class A/B
- Network player
- Integrated Amplifiers
- Digital Sources
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SI-300.2d

High-current solid-state integrated amplifier with digital section, in the Cary Audio SI-300 line.
- Solid state
- Class A/B
- Fully balanced
- DAC AKM
- Integrated Amplifiers
- Digital Sources
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SLI-100

Valve integrated amplifier by Cary Audio, designed for high-fidelity home audio systems.
- Valves
- Push-pull
- Ultralinear
- Headphone output
- Integrated Amplifiers
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SLI-80HS

Valve integrated amplifier from Cary Audio, inheriting the brand's SLI tradition.
- Valves
- Push-pull
- Ultralinear / triode
- Headphone output
- Integrated Amplifiers
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SLI-80HS or SLI-100: modes and connections

Start with the functions your system needs. These are Cary’s published ratings; measured output also depends on the load, transformer tap and distortion threshold used in the test.

Manufacturer specifications for the two SLI models
Model	Power and mode	Output valves	Line inputs
SLI-80HS	40 W/channel triode · 80 W/channel ultralinear	4 × KT88	3 stereo RCA pairs
SLI-100	100 W/channel ultralinear	4 × KT150	4 stereo RCA pairs

Choose SLI-80HS when switching between triode and ultralinear operation matters to you. Compare SLI-100 when you want its stated ultralinear output and fourth RCA input pair. Both list 4/8 Ω speaker settings, a 6.35 mm headphone socket and full-range RCA output for an active subwoofer. Provide your speaker model, listening distance, usual level and sources; nominal watts alone do not confirm compatibility. Availability and listening arrangements are confirmed for each enquiry.

Compare the two SLI models · Amplifier selection guide

Sources: manufacturer manuals, specifications pp. 6–7 and connections pp. 10–11. SLI-80HS · SLI-100

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Valves or solid state?: Cary offers valve integrated amplifiers (the SLI and CAD families) and a solid-state model (SI-300.2d). Compare the documented inputs and operating modes of each model; to assess matching, provide your speaker model and load, listening distance and usual level.
Which integrated has a DAC?: The solid-state SI-300.2d integrates a DAC; the SLI and CAD valve integrateds focus on amplification.
Which ones have a headphone output?: Several Cary integrateds include a headphone stage; it is worth checking each model’s page.