PS Audio BHK signature preamp


I was reviewing another preamp post and stumbled upon a recommendation for the PS Audio BHK signature preamp currently half price ($7,000 - selling for $3,500) directly from PS Audio & (unfortunately) decided to research it. I say unfortunately, as I was not looking to buy a preamp.

It has excellent reviews, the audiogon forums speak highly of it, it is the perfect size, has an excellent HF amp (I need one), uses the same tubes as my Rogue RP-1 (I have some excellent NOS tubes) is fully capable with my Logitech Harmony One remote… seemingly a match made in heaven. I want it… and if not happily married, I would get it.


So looking for someone to talk me out of it. I know it will give me a good HF amp, full remote vs partial remote control, and better pride of ownership, vs an albeit excellent ‘entry’ preamp. But given my other components, will it sound the same, slightly better or significantly better? Is it too good for my system? Would I be better off upgrading another component? I currently wasn’t looking to upgrade my Rogue, but this seemed to be too good to pass. My current system:

Rogue RP-1 pre with NOS Telefunkon medical, Siemens nickel plate & Brimar CV4003 NOS tubes (rolling)

LSA Warp 1 amp

KEF R11 speakers

Rythmic F12SE sub w/miniDSP equalization

Aurender N150 streaming Qobuz

Chord Qutest DAC

Pro-ject 1Xpression carbon classic with Hana ML cart

Rega Aria phono stage

Focal Clear OG HF

Transparent + speaker cables, Mogami 2549 interconnects & Maze audio power cables

 

Prior to seeing the PS Audio deal I was considering the following upgrades:  (I am very component space constrained in my choices):

Pro-ject TT > Rega P8

Warp 1 amp > Benchmark AHB2

Please let me know your thoughts and/or recommendations.  Thanks!

128x128signaforce

Received my 330A amp today. I know I was supposed to give it time, but could not wait. It sounds beautiful, very clean, very crisp & concise, detailed, with sparkling highs, tight bass & great soundstage. Hearing subtle passages I have never heard before! It has a perfect form factor & is as nice looking as an amp can be. I think it pairs well with my BHK & R11’s. Time will tell, but I think a keeper! Thanks!

Great news @signaforce !

It’s a nice little amp. Keep it on for few days straight it will sound even better. Hope there is synergy and you can enjoy it!

So what’s next in 2025? New DAC? Hehehe  You got to hear your system properly! Lol

@luvtubes69 Thank you. I agree. When listening last night, I would have sworn my HT rears were on. I was enveloped in the sound.


@audphile1 Thanks. By on, you mean standby or full on?

Going to stand pat for a while, unless I discover another deal i can’t pass on. But probably a P10, then a DAC.