Using an Audible Illusions l3a right now and am very happy.
Best Used Tube Based Preamp $2k Or Under?
As the title says, I am pondering my best options for purchasing a tube based preamp for $2k or under. Must have a remote!
Your opinions, thoughts, and expertise would be greatly appreciated. If I was spending more, I would know most of the best choices, but I'm on unfamiliar ground at this price limit. But sometimes, you can only do what you can do.
Thanks for any help.
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@durkn Your Vtl 2.5 & 5.5 were they older models with large volume knobs or the newer series ? I'm curious to know the difference between the VTL 2.5 & 2.5i ? wonder if it is a large upgrade. I never see the newer VTL 2.5i on the used market. I use NOS tubes on my VTL 2.5 my VTL has the small volume knob, but is still just a 2.5 not a 2.5i.made in 2013. A VTL 5.5 brings you into a much pricer range, then It opens you to much more comparisons with expensive models like LTA Microzotl, Atma-sphere,VAC etc... Even the newer VTL 2.5i is close to the same price as a Cary SLP-05. I would love to hear a comparison on those two models. Sorry I'm getting away from OP topic of a used tube Pre with remote under $2K. I just love comparing tube preamps, really changes the signature of a stereo setup.
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@nightfall Lab 12 comes from Greece. It’s relatively new here. The other boutique choices have questionable presence when it comes to support. Sonics are questionable as well. In both cases you should have a plan for a scenario when you end up with a tubed paperweight. If you don’t mind it then go for the boutique stuff. |
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