which should I get Rogue RP5, Hegel P20, Belles Aria Preamp, Audible Illusion Modulus 3B

i had problem with capacitors making SHHH and click sounds. No more AI for me.

The Rogue with my Belles dual amp sounded too forward and edgy for me . The Belles Aria Signature was music in heavens. That proof that all equipment have their personality and needed to be paired up with an adequate unit. I was told that Ayre and Vandersteen are a match in heavens. However, that's above my budget now.. I will be upgrading my 2CE sig with AudioQuest Type 9 cables. My dream continues to be the Trios. That will have to wait too.

@lobinero

As a Belles Signature preamp owner, congrats!

It will get better as it breaks in too.

I have Treo’s (non-CT) I picked up for a great price, and also 2CE Sigs. The 2CE Sig is a wonderful speaker, still have mine, but keep your eyes peeled for some Treo’s. Another very different level in detail, imaging, air, and refinement.

Good luck

@lobinero  congrats on the new preamp!  Audio Connection is the best.  John is one of a kind and Jeff is great to work with.  I’m also thinking my next speaker upgrade will be Treo CTs.  I love the 3a’s right now but that Treo CT is special.  I’d love to jump to the Quattro CT, which I’ve heard a few times at AC, but just too much $, even demo or used.  Enjoy that Belles combo — I’m sure it sounds amazing, even before really burning in.

I have an AI Modulus 3A combined with a Belles SA-100. Great combination, but i don't like the stepwise volume control in the AI, especially when streaming music. Was wondering if the Belles Aria would be a good substitute. Any thoughts about that?