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Ayon Aurius ll preamp

Anyone familiar with the Ayon Aurius ll tube preamp? I’m looking to upgrade my system consisting of Holo May DAC, Primaluna Dialogue Premium preamp, PS Audio BHK 300 monoblocks, Focal 1038BE speakers and AQ Water cables.  Current setup a bit harsh in the highs and looking to bring more warmth and improved soundstage. Was thinking about Pass Labs XA60.8 monoblocks class A but the dealer felt the weak link was in the Primaluna and suggested the Ayon. I’ve tried some tube rolling without improvement. Nothing much found when searching for reviews. 

jameswright
mceljo
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I don't have any experience with any of your equipment, but I think providing a bit more information on your tube rolling experience.  What tubes do you have in your in your preamp?  What others have you tried and what differences did you hear?

I have Focal speakers (836v) and know that the Focal tweeters are somewhat polarizing and can be too much for some people.  I happen to love them.

I have a Pathos Classic One MkIII and found that 1960s Mullard tubes really improved the sound which was also a warmer sound.

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