I also say try an Ayre K-5xeMP. It is fantastic.
Suggestions for solid state balanced linestage with remote, $2000 or less
I haven't had a higher end solid state linestage for some time. Have had some cheaper ones but felt they add some grain and tizziness to the signal. Want to be able to run power amps with a balanced input (e.g., Audio Research power amps), and have remote switching capability for source selection.
From my knowledge the usual suspects would be from Ayre, maybe Modwright. Haven't kept track of newer models and brands that may offer a lot of performance and value.
Thoughts welcome.
From my knowledge the usual suspects would be from Ayre, maybe Modwright. Haven't kept track of newer models and brands that may offer a lot of performance and value.
Thoughts welcome.
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This Cary Audio SL-100 has all the features that you are looking for. https://www.caryaudio.com/products/sl-100/ |
@soix re SQ i am looking for what most high enders would want from a upper tier SS linestage sweet smooth yet detailed sound, good PRAT, excellent imaging -- no grain or any sharpness in the upper mid/treble or flattening of the soundstage -- i think dead silence and bass control can be taken for granted pretty much - some warmth/body in the midrange/bass would be nice (not too ’lean and clean’) |
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