A difference between First Sound Presence products


I am pondering what is are the sonic differences between the First Sound Presence Deluxe Mark I and Mark IIs. Can any proud and former owners of both describe the sonical differences between both?
I am wondering if should I upgrade from one to another, or would I better better off investing the upgrade money on another preamp that will compare or outshine the Mark IIs (expected cost of upgrade ranges up to 2k.)
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
bemopti123
I upgraded my linestage 1 to a mk11 and the difference was huge both in resolution and dynamics. I think you are better off selling a used preamp and buying a used mk11 since there is a big change between them. Please talk to the source himself(Emmanuel is one of the nicest people that I have delt with). I hope this helps you in your decision, I know that the Presencse competes with the very best out there and has a truth of timber that is uncanny. Take care Dennis
I am getting the First Sound Deluxe in this week, or early next week. I will be happy to report of its sound versus several others I have tried if you like.
As the other post indicated, Emmanuel is tops, and unabashedly says his is the best. Also, a manufacturer of Loudspeakers, told me recently, that the First Sound, makes many well respected preamps sound almost 'broken', his word, by comparison.
Let me know if you would like a follow up.
Larry
Lrsky,
Please do a follow up on your early experience with the Deluxe MK2 when you can. Info from product owners is scarce. I too have spoken to Mr. Go about his product line. My first introduction to tubes included this preamp in the system. Since that day, I have not heard a deeper and more detailed soundstage. So I am still interested in their products. The only thing I'm concerned with is the fact that they are single ended only and I have gotten used to balanced connections. Ayway, let us know.