Looking for the musical and transparent solid state Preamplifier for the NAD C275 Power Amplifier. I tried with the NAD C165 and Parasound P5 but the sound was one dimensional and no details. I have CD Player connected directly to the Amp. The sound it excellent: details, high sound stage behind the speakers. Problem is the volume since it's very difficult to adjust it (using variable input, 100 k Ohms). Thank you in advance on suggestions. The budget is $2500.00, used or new.
The NAD is a GREAT performer not just for the money. I can't go with the Int. Amplifier due to the speaker sensitivity (92.5 db). I have had the NAD C356
and i couldn't move volume knob
far more then 8 O'clock position. Same was with the Bryston B60R and B135SST (great sound) so I don't have choice either to go with the amp with the variable inputs or to change the speakers.
I was using Signal Cable and the sound coming directly from the source (CD Player) is 3 dimensional with the great sound stage and details which is not
the case when using NAD C165 or Parasound P5.
Actually the sound is slightly
better with the Parasound, but slightly. I also tried the Cardas Cross Interconnects but it was pretty much the same, just more bass. Forgot to mention, I have Focal 807W speakers.
Forgot to mention, I need the Preamplifier with the REC OUT. One of the fellow audiogoner suggested wyred4sound STP-SE but it has only variable outputs.
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