For me it will be CH L1+X1 paired with Mephisto stereo coming winter.Life's too short lol.
What's your "diminishing returns" preamp choice?
What preamp would you consider is at the point of diminishing returns for you? I realize this is a vague and subjective question, but I think it will be interesting to hear the answers.
Of course, a $10,000 preamp will (probably) sound better than a $1,000 preamp but everyone has a different point at which they feel they have spent enough money. In some cases, one may feel that there isn't a significant difference between a $2k piece and a $10k piece to justify such a purchase.
I've noticed that there are some gems in the audio world that defy their price point. For instance, Apogee Centaurs, Halfer 9505 etc. I've always found such pieces fascinating.
Of course, a $10,000 preamp will (probably) sound better than a $1,000 preamp but everyone has a different point at which they feel they have spent enough money. In some cases, one may feel that there isn't a significant difference between a $2k piece and a $10k piece to justify such a purchase.
I've noticed that there are some gems in the audio world that defy their price point. For instance, Apogee Centaurs, Halfer 9505 etc. I've always found such pieces fascinating.
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I love my Rogue Audio RH5 Linestage and headphone amp. At $2500 without phono stage it uses two 12au7 tubes, massive power supply transformers, 3 gain settings (really nice feature), balanced output and one balanced input/ 3 single ended inputs. it is also a world class headphone amp ( dont use it though ). stereophile class A, super clear, refined and dynamic sound. |
Vinnie Rossi preamp but with the "300B Tubes" and a Pure Audio Amp sounds perfect to me! Now if they only used Acora Acoustics speakers in this system too it would be a lot better...As Perfect as it gets in 2020?! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0iARGZpGTM |
Benchmark HPA4 ($3k). The best audio component I have ever bought. The LA4 is the same without headphone ($2.5k). The great thing about this unit is that it is quieter than likely EVERY other preamp and DAC out there. It also does not have much of a sonic signature so you can flavor your sound with speakers and amps. |
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