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Schiit Freya+ vs. high end (e.g., Mcintosh) ?

Hi all, 

I just got an mc275 power amp and need a pre. Don't want to spend a ton so was considering a Mcintosh c220 but its so pricy. Considering the Schiit Freya+ but will I regret it? I know they have a great trial period but I can't really do the same for the c220. Any comments?

I am sure the c220 will be better, but HOW much better is my question, I guess....? Thanks for the thoughts.
opticdraft
tomcarr
1,523 posts
 
I've had the original  Freya for several years, using the tube stage exclusively, and have never felt the need for anything different. It's a really nice-sounding pre, IMO.
audition__audio
1,500 posts
 
A very good value, but it doesnt punch much above it weight. The older ones I heard were noisy even for a tubed pre. Hopefully they have improved this aspect with the newer models.
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georgehifi
10,312 posts
 
Considering the Schiit Freya+ but will I regret it? I know they have a great trial period

So what's stopping you? If you can send it back.

Cheers George
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shkong78
1,485 posts
 
I heartily recommend Freaya +.

it is much better than its price and also lot of room for tube rolling.

The only problem is it is back ordered to June 17th.

But if you order now, they will ship on the date.

Thomas
opticdraft OP
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Thanks guys! Really appreciate the responses. I may give it a try but also be on the look out for a good Mcintosh pre to compare it to. 

Have any of you used the Freya+ with a Mcintosh (or comparable) power amp? Sounds like a lot of praise for its price range.
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