I totally agree with Bigkitz. I own and have for almost 20 years, a 6SN7 based preamp, bigger soundstage rich sound is a spot on characterization. I am currently listening to an upgraded vintage preamp that is more preferable in my situation. As in all things audio, good, better, best is a parlor conversation not an indicator of what a specific listener is going to ultimately prefer.
What made you change to a 6SN7 preamp?
If you made an intentional shift toward a 6SN7-based tube preamp, what sonic characteristics motivated your move?
I have been doing some comparisons and think I have some reasons I like the 6SN7 better, but there are so many factors which could be at play, that I'm not sure what is responsible.
Rather than list my details for others to analyze, I'd rather hear your answer to the basic question.
Tell me about your path toward a 6SN7 preamp?
What did you change from and why?
Even if, overall, the change was worth it, did you lose anything in the transition? What?
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6DJ8s were not designed for audio and have trouble with microphonics. I find it far easier to find a low microphonic 6SN7. Microphonics tend to add an iridescence to the sound that is distortion, so despite the nice linearity of the 6DJ8 I learned to stay away from them. |
@phantom_av That's four less than my MP-1. Wonder why. |
The MP-1 uses 6 6SN7s and 8 12AT7s. After having microphonic issues with some 6SN7s I got lucky and got all excellent, quiet NOS Sylvania 6SN7s and great Mil spec 12AT7s for the phono stage. The improvement in SQ was dramatic and huge. Brent Jesse and other tube suppliers do not have what private horders have. If you can, find a horder.
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