I heard from Spatial yesterday after inquiring about the Raven - what I've decided to purchase - and they have 1 that isn't spoken for in the current build cycle. Those are supposed to be ready for delivery in about 8 weeks. The next build cycle is targeting a December delivery and that works better for my timeline. Anyway... FYSA if anyone is ready to to buy now, better hurry before it's gone.
Looking at these specific preamps give me your opinions
I'm building a system and I have an SMC Audio DNA.5 power amp that was built about a year ago so it's up to date on technology although it is still single ended. I have NX-otica and OB subwoofers from GR Research. I am looking for a good preamp. I have a few in mind and would like some opinions. I have listed them below.
TLC-2 GT24 built by SMC Audio
VRE-1c made by SMC Audio
Revelation Raven tube preamp by Spatial Audio
LTA tube preamp
The TLC-2 and Revelation would need to be purchased new the others I might catch them online used.
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@jaytor You say you have heard the Raven. Did it have tube sound? What was your thoughts on soundstage etc. Was it matched with a tube amp? |
@willywonka that can happen even with larger companies, look at Krell right now. |
@brbrock - I heard them with the Blackbird monoblock prototypes at the Pacific Audio Fest last summer in the Spatial Audio room. The system sounded very clean and detailed with excellent sound stage. They didn't sound overly warm or have sloppy bass, but were smooth, balanced, and easy to listen to. Based on what I heard, I decided to use a similar topology in the DIY preamp I am currently building. I used to own the NX-Otticas (now with my son). I upgraded to Line Forces and also have GR OB woofers (a pair of quads in my case). I think the Raven preamp would sound very nice in your system. |
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