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VAC Preamplifiers

I am very interested in VAC preamplifiers to replace my GamuT D3i. I am wondering how much better the upper tier VAC preamplifiers are than the VAC Renaissance mkV with phono. Perhaps VAC owners can assist me....topology appears near identical throughout the line, so it must relate to parts quality and power supplies. Thank you!
normie57
normie57 OP
50 posts
 
Thank you mulveling!  A very informative and helpful assessment. I aspire to own a Master but the steep price difference between the Ren V and Master will keep me at the very capable 
Ren V.  I’ll give a look at ARC as well.
joecasey
484 posts
 
VAC SigMKIIa SE is the value in preamp lineup IMO
https://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/valve-amplification-corporation-signature-mk-iia-se-line-stage/
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three_easy_payments
2,097 posts
 
@joecasey   Thanks for sharing that link.  I completely identify with the reviewer as I too have a thing for combining tube preamps with SS Class A amplifiers.  Combining a VAC Ren MKV with a Pass XA30.8 makes for wonderful synergy in my home.  I agree with him...it's not too much of a good thing ;-)
shakira
148 posts
 
Can’t go wrong with Vac.
Kevin is a great guy.
safebelayer
66 posts
 
Are you committed to VAC preamps? I would give a listen to the VTL 6.5 ii. Then go find the phono pre you really want. Just my 2¢.
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