PrimaLuna ProLogue One versus Two

Jh2os, I've got a pair of Mullard CV4004/12AX7's and a pair of Amperex 7316/12AU7's on the way. I'll be sure to post my thoughts.

I also plan to try other tubes later on this summer. My "discretionary spending" is maxed out for the time being although I probably will pick up a few inexpensive tubes for comparison. :-)

What EL-34s have you tried and what are the differences? Less punch more smoothness? (this is what I tend to read usually)

Jh2os, if I can get a hold of someone's digital camera, then I can get some pics up here. Pics are most enjoyable. When this happens, you will see the problems with the layout (27" TV between speakers, flimsy audio rack, etc...). Sometimes I wheel the TV out of the room for listening.

Did you do the dedicated circuit yourself or have someone do it? Cost?

Paul

oh well, wish there was a delete function. this was supposed to go in my 'system. sorry. please ignore.

Paul, I look forward to your thoughts on your new tubes once you get a chance to listen and respond.

As for the KT88 vs. EL34, the EL34 are Svetlana's, and yes they are smoother. I'm not sure how much 'punch' they lose vs. the KT's, but I am hoping to comment on them more thoroughly in the near future.

I've had the EL34's in the Prologue Two for the past two weeks, and I'm ready to switch back to the KT88's again to hear the differences between them. I like to have some time for both the tubes to 'break in' and also time to acclimate myself to their presentaion vs. A/B'ing them in one listening session. I'll post my thoughts after I spend some more time with each in 'my system'. I'll be sure to notify you when I do.

As for the dedicated circuit, my father and I worked on that. My father was a building equipment manager for Bell Atlantic his whole career before retiring, so he is very handy to have around for those types of projects. I terminated the circuit with a PS Audio Power Port (cost-$50), and the cabling was maybe $25? For $75 and the time invested, it was WELL worth it! If you don't feel comfortable doing it yourself and end up paying someone else, your probably still under $200, and at that price it is still a very worthwhile tweak!

Jim

Just a quick comment on the PrimaLuna ProLogue Two. I borrowed it from a friend and have been listening now for about three weeks. Its a terrific intergrated,smooth sounding....never tiring.Hats of to Kevin Deal at Upscale...you have an excellent product. And at its price...hard to beat.For people looking for an excellent,compact intergrated amp....check this one out first !!!