I have an Eva 2 passive preamp which should be just what you need. It would cost much less too.
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Preamp Question
I would like recommendations on preamps. Here's my issue.
I have an Elekit 300B SET amp. It only has one pair of line level RCA inputs. I run two different sources--vinyl and digital. The Elekit does not have a remote.
I have a Schitt Freya preamp that is really something for the money. It has a remote. But, my Manley Chinook phono preamp and Doge 7 tube DAC both sound better running direct to the Elekit amp. The Doge has a volume/attenuator and remote so when I'm using that I'm in good shape.
So basically I'd like to use a preamp to add remote and 2 line level inputs for convenience either without reducing the sound quality or even improving or changing it for the better. Budget would be $2-4k new or used is fine.
I have an Elekit 300B SET amp. It only has one pair of line level RCA inputs. I run two different sources--vinyl and digital. The Elekit does not have a remote.
I have a Schitt Freya preamp that is really something for the money. It has a remote. But, my Manley Chinook phono preamp and Doge 7 tube DAC both sound better running direct to the Elekit amp. The Doge has a volume/attenuator and remote so when I'm using that I'm in good shape.
So basically I'd like to use a preamp to add remote and 2 line level inputs for convenience either without reducing the sound quality or even improving or changing it for the better. Budget would be $2-4k new or used is fine.
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Here's another good option. I believe the output impedance is 2 kOhm and I don't know what input impedance is on your amp, so something to check. If you're after transparency, this will be tough to beat. http://www.placetteaudio.com/passive_line.htm Here's a review for more info FWIW... http://www.10audio.com/placette.htm Best of luck. |
The preamp I chose is the Grounded Grid kit from Transcendent Sounds. I upgraded it with silver hookup wire, Goldpoint step attenuator and switches, and Bent Audio remote volume control. I also used NOS Amperex 12AU7 tubes, and Clarity Caps output caps. This thing sounds tremendous. I assume you must have built the Elekit 300B, so if so, this would be a great project for you. The basic kit runs $499. With just a few part upgrades, it's an amazing bargain. Enjoy, and regards, Dan |
Tim de Paravicini is well known to be a great designer/engineer (he designed the tube electronics in the analog recorder Kav Alexander uses for his superb Water Lily label albums), yet his EAR-Yoshino amps and pre-amps remain largely ignored by audiophiles. His 868L pre-amp fits your needs, and is occasionally available used for around $3,000. His 912 pre-amp is probably more than you require, and it costs considerably more anyway (one just sold on Audiogon for $8,000). |
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