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I made up my mind what to buy for Triangle Celius

I made up my mind what to buy for Triangle Celius.
It is Prima Luna Prologue. It may not be the best amp. However, It is very attractive and affordable one for the beginners.
However, Here's my question. Now I have to decide whether to buy Prologue One or Two. Please read my explanation on why I should buy Prologue one instead of Two and correct me if I'm wrong. Any kind of advice will be welcome.

MY understanding is that One is using EL34 and Two is using TT88. I prefer One since EL34 gives warmer sounds and detailed midrange, which should match very well with crispy and bright Triangle.
Two with TT88 gives more punch and power which very sensitive Triangle wouldn't need.

I would like to hear anything from you.
Thank you,
Chulhee
chulheekim
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jond
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Congratulations!! You'll love the system, no matter which amp you choose, Triangle speakers adore tubes. Personally I prefer EL34's to KT88's so I would go with the One. Happy listening!!
gunbei
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Chul Hee, something to consider is that the PrimaLuna ProLogue Two can use either EL34s or KT88s, so you'll have extra flexibility by going with the ProLogue Two if you can swing the extra $250.

http://www.upscaleaudio.com/product.asp?itemid=25&catid=36

Good luck, as Jond says that should be a great match!
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alanbrain
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EL34 is the key!!! triangle loves tubes!!
And tell us what cd player did you decide to buy?
Alan
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rar1
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Chul Hee:

You might as well hear from somebody who owns a Prima Luna ... well, two Prima Lunas to be precise ... the Prologue 2 integrated and the Prologue 5 power amp. I went with both the P2 & P5, because they have better parts and they gave me the options of using different tubes.

The KT 88 tube has warmth and gives you both midrange and bass. The bass is tuneful and it has oomph, as well. I used the P2 originally with Omega Super 3 speakers ... high sensitivity, single driver monitors and was glad that I had the extra bass reinforcement.

Regards, Rich
chulheekim OP
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Okay. Primaluna Prologue Two is the winner then.
Now I have to research on CD players. Oh my, It never ends.
Any recomandation for a cheap but decent one? it already went over my budget for the amp and speakers.

Thank you,
Chulhee
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