How about a NEW Herron Audio VTSP-360? No phono stage but maybe Keith Herron will cut a deal for a combo purchase with a VTPH-2. The worst he can say is no. However, in my opinion, if he says yes, you will have a combo that will be difficult to match for anywhere near the price.
Tube Preamp Recommendations please to partner with Parasound JC-1's....
I would appreciate recommendations from the Audiogon community for a tube preamp with balanced outputs to use with a pair of Parasound JC-1 's. Having a good built-in MC phono stage is a real plus.
Looking for something used at less tha $5k.
Considering a McIntosh C2300.....is there anything else I should consider?
Currently using an Audio Aero Prestige CD with built-in pre amp. The goal is to improve musicality and add a bit of warmth (better mid-bass). Speakers are Piega P-10's.
Recommendations will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Looking for something used at less tha $5k.
Considering a McIntosh C2300.....is there anything else I should consider?
Currently using an Audio Aero Prestige CD with built-in pre amp. The goal is to improve musicality and add a bit of warmth (better mid-bass). Speakers are Piega P-10's.
Recommendations will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
- ...
- 22 posts total
I have had jsny brand name preamps but nine better the the 4P1L Based tube preamplifier single ended,DHT completely Lundahl transformer based and chokes . If it is on the recording you will hear it. This us my 2nd one for under $5k you grt a hsnd made Product using far higher quality parts then the competition I compare this with $10 k preamplifier and using the Khozmo Shunt relay volume, and 4pole Mlyyic power caps ,and bypassed with Mundorf Silver oil caps. |
Thanks to all for your insights. Much appreciated.... jafant: I use Transparent balanced to the amps and Audience speaker cables. I have not heard many others. I have really enjoyed the AA for many years. The preamp seems very good. Just always wondering what a separate tube pre would do. My current phono stage is an old PS Audio GCPH. Audioman58: what brand is a 4P1L that you mention? |
Coincident make very affordable tube phono stages. Here's a used Coincident Statement phono stage for $3,800 A review in case you are unfamiliar with Coincident. |
- 22 posts total