I'm using the HPA4 as preamp driving my active ATC SCM100 towers.
The best way to think of this pre is as a direct conduit that allows source selection and volume control.
This makes it the theoretical ideal preamp, but I think it's clear that not everyone wants this sort of truthfulness to source.
If you're looking for something to warm up or otherwise embellish/emphasise your sound in any way, then look elsewhere.
I think the HPA4 is a great piece of equipment - especially when you consider that other companies that pursue this perfectionist ultra low distortion/noise approach charge far more.
The best way to think of this pre is as a direct conduit that allows source selection and volume control.
This makes it the theoretical ideal preamp, but I think it's clear that not everyone wants this sort of truthfulness to source.
If you're looking for something to warm up or otherwise embellish/emphasise your sound in any way, then look elsewhere.
I think the HPA4 is a great piece of equipment - especially when you consider that other companies that pursue this perfectionist ultra low distortion/noise approach charge far more.