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PS Audio BHK lacking..

I bought a used PS Audio BHK preamp to replace my Rotel.  It sounds thin with no depth & bass compared to my Rotel so I let it run for over an hour with no change. I'm new to tubes so I'm looking for ideas. New tubes or what?
128x128fertguy
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stereo5
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Don’t lump McIntosh in the same group as Rotel.  Rotel is a joke compared to McIntosh. Back in the 70’s, the only stores that sold Rotel were those that couldn’t get credit from any of the other companies. Shame on you!
surfmuz
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I was thinking to replace my parasound jc2 with BHK preamp for the last couple of months, but looks like other experiences and opinions r so controversial. Now what I have is big big doubts. Should I do it and will SQ get benefited from it !!!???
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wharfy
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fertguy-Is it possible that your speakers are out of phase? That could cause what you are describing.
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fertguy OP
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No, I’ve solved the problem. It was old tubes. I’m new to tubes so I spoke too soon. surfmuz, don’t hesitate because of my screw up. Mine is sounding much better w/new tubes.
jbrrp1
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@surfmuz   It's a worthy preamp.  I ditched a VAC Ren Sig II for it, as it quite convincingly sounded truer to the music in my system.  For the money, especially used, it's a good value in sound and function.
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