Pre-amp with solid state/passive AND tube modes (Like Schiit Freya+)


I'm considering purchasing a Schiit Freya+ for two reasons. I want a balanced tube pre-amp and I really like the idea of being able to switch to a solid state mode and turn the tube section off. I use my system for more than critical listening, I use it for background music while working and use it to watch movies/tv. This means it stays on quite a few hours a day, being able to turn off tube section suits me well. Is there any other pre-amps with this function? My hesitation on pulling the trigger is that I've read that its a bit of a jack of all trades and master of none. thanks guys!

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Congrats on the ARC.  I think you made a wise choice as it’ll likely sound better and it’s fully balanced where the Freya is likely not. 

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congrats on the arc linestage - an excellent choice!

get a fresh set of tubes and forget about tube wear

worry less and just enjoy!!! 

The Freya + is the Swiss Army Knife of preamps. It is fully balanced. Nice little preamp.