Modwright 9.0 SE versus Conrad Johnson PV-14L Mk 2

I have the 9.0 with the tube rectified ps and Modwright caps. Ive never felt (heard) it to be analytical or bright. I love it. As Erndog suggests, maybe it is just exposing a weakness upstream. I also replaced the rectifier tube with a Dutch Philips 5R4GY,and found that to be a nice improvement. Of course I had to cut a hole in the case to accommodate its size,but to my ears this is a sweet musical pre amp. Best of luck in your journey.

Mofi - were those Amperex 7119's Dutch or U.S.? Thanks.

Wino...they were Amperex Holland 7119's. I also have a NOS pair of American made, but they weren't as good.

I did extensive tube rolling with that unit and still have a lot of tubes for it. In the back of my mind, I knew I would own this preamp again some day, so I saved a bunch. I threw in several different pairs of tubes when I sold the unit.

I liked the GE 7044 and the Raytheon (Red) JAN 5687. The Tungsol that everyone seems to like, was one of least favorites.

I also tried the same tube as you have, (5R4GY) based on Dan's recommendation, but didn't like it as much as the Mullard.

Thanks for the reply Mofi.