Maybe consider the Lamm LL2 Deluxe. It has synergized with the several amps I have tried it with. I believe the input impedance of the 350's should be suitable, but I only found the balanced input impedance on the spec page of their website, which was 75K ohms. One consideration, the Lamm has only single-ended inputs and outputs. Also maybe a VTL 5.5, which I found to sound good, but it is an older model. The VTL has only single-ended inputs, but does offer a balanced output. Another consideration for a dimensional and textured preamp that offers clarity and a very nice sound is the solid state Tom Evans Vibe with Pulse, and there have been some for sale here at reasonable prices lately. The Tom Evans is only single-ended. CAT preamps sound great, and offer tremendous bass, but they are not warm. Many like the Calypso (although I was not impressed) and it is also not warm.
Pre for Aerial 9s, Classe CAM 350 and Modwr. TP
I run this system with the Modwright Transporter direct to power with no pre. It sounds great, but I am nonetheless considering a pre to add weight to the image and expand the soundstage. I like a somewhat tuby and warm sound, but not overly so. I also like laidback components as I fatigue from forward systems.
I am leaning toward a Modwright 36.5. I heard it at an audio show and was quite impressed. The MW TP was voiced with that pre, which also cuts in its favor.
I have heard Cary gear and liked it. Posters on various forums rave about the SLP-05. I have also read raves about the EAR 868. Some prefer to the MW. Both supposedly have a more tuby sound than the MW. I will not likely have an opportunity to audition these.
The MW seems like a safe and solid bet, but I am intrigued by the the Cary and EAR.
I would appreciate hearing from anyone with experience with these pres or any other pre I should consider. Given that I can't audition all of them I want all of the info I can get before I pull the trigger.
Thankis in advance.
I am leaning toward a Modwright 36.5. I heard it at an audio show and was quite impressed. The MW TP was voiced with that pre, which also cuts in its favor.
I have heard Cary gear and liked it. Posters on various forums rave about the SLP-05. I have also read raves about the EAR 868. Some prefer to the MW. Both supposedly have a more tuby sound than the MW. I will not likely have an opportunity to audition these.
The MW seems like a safe and solid bet, but I am intrigued by the the Cary and EAR.
I would appreciate hearing from anyone with experience with these pres or any other pre I should consider. Given that I can't audition all of them I want all of the info I can get before I pull the trigger.
Thankis in advance.
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