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New tube preamp

Hi,

I'm thinking of replacing my PS Audio BHK Signature preamp and was wondering if anyone has listened to the Supratek Cabernet 6SN7 and or the Linear Tube Audio Microzotl preamps or the LTA MZ3, from what I've read the preamp in both of the LTA's are identical. Both are very reasonably priced (under $5000.00) and both are tube designs. For the money they are both supposed to be giant killers. Thank you.

Scot   
scothurwitz
facten
2,874 posts
 
If you type in Linear Tube Audio in the Forum search you'll find some prior threads on the Microzolt; and if you do the same with Supratek you'll find some threads that might help you get your answers
soix
9,453 posts
 
What don’t you like about the BHK preamp?  I’d also add Don Sachs preamp to your list, which at $2500 with all upgrades could also be considered a bit of a giant killer.  
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markusthenaimnut
370 posts
 
I recently replaced my solid-state preamp with a Supratek Cortese. The Don Sachs model 2 was also one that I was considering very closely because of how highly it is rated. I suggest you mainly seek out a 6SN7 based preamp whether it's from atmasphere or Cary or Don Sachs or Supratek. It's a wonderful sounding tube and these are great sounding preamp. Sorry I have no experience with the PS audio bhk.
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kalali
1,977 posts
 
If you decide to expand your search to include other tube preamps, you may want to add Aric Audio to your list. His preamps may not look as exotic as some on the outside, but it’s top quality under the hood, both parts and workmanship. He can also customize the preamp to ensure synergy with the rest of your system.
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needfreestuff
572 posts
 
Another vote for Don Sachs.
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