Considering your question, but first: what was missing in the other threads covering this topic that didn't help address your issue? There's a lot of good discussion to look over on this site.
yet another tube preamp recommendation thread
hello, currently looking for tube preamp linestage upgrade recommentations.
recently tried an older cary audio slp98p f1 edition with new tubes. i do not need phono capability.
the cary had a lot going for it, an incredible midrange, very good bass and transparency, it just sounded unrefined and ragged in the treble on occasion, possibly due to the new tubes.
a new Slp 98 l with upgrades is a considetation.
also considering primaluna evo 300 or 400
and rogue audio rp7.
i value transparency, refinement and dynamics the most.
thanks.
recently tried an older cary audio slp98p f1 edition with new tubes. i do not need phono capability.
the cary had a lot going for it, an incredible midrange, very good bass and transparency, it just sounded unrefined and ragged in the treble on occasion, possibly due to the new tubes.
a new Slp 98 l with upgrades is a considetation.
also considering primaluna evo 300 or 400
and rogue audio rp7.
i value transparency, refinement and dynamics the most.
thanks.
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you should look seriously at the KR P-135. It is a 45 based preamp and throws out a huge sound-stage with tons of dynamics. This is the review from Positive Feedback. https://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/kr-audio-p-135-preamplifier/ Full disclosure, I am a KR dealer but this is a pretty special preamp. I would also suggest you look at the Art Audio Conductor but that is a bit above the price range you have listed. It is highly customizable with switchable gain and it has an amazing headphone amp. |
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