Opinions on VTL preamps

I would like to know how the VTL preamps (2.5 & 5.5) compare to similarly priced pres from ARC, Conrad-Johnson, etc. What about reliability? Would be used with a McCormack DNA-1 dlx amp and Magnepan 3.6/R´s. Thanks in advance.

hasse11-12-2002 2:15pm

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gmercer Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 193 posts 05-06-2021 at 08:33pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete VTL brings the goods. I slightly prefer CJ, but both are excellent and VTL with great speakers can make an end of the line system.
durkn Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 69 posts 10-08-2021 at 05:16am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I’ve had a TL-2.5 preamp for over 20 years. One minor repair. Upgraded to the TL-5.5 & I’ve had it for 6 years. One minor repair. Both preamps are sonic gems with the right tubes. Amps are too. MB-125’s - no problems MB-185’s - incoming It’s their earlier ones that had problems…
oddiofyl Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,882 posts 10-08-2021 at 11:44am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete VTL sounds good no doubt....its their customer service that is HORRIBLE. Worst experience ever dealing with them regarding repair.
vegasears Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,173 posts 10-08-2021 at 06:44pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I owned a 2.5 for a while. Solid gear. I have owned VTL gear for years, I've toured their manufacturing facility, great product, good service and wonderful people.

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