LTA MICROZOTL MZ3 Headphone Amp / Preamp / Integrated Amp. A marvelous piece of kit. Punches way above its price point. If you can get a used one from the manufacturer LTA, get the upgraded tubes, that's a steal.
Vacuum Tube Preamp for Solid State Power Amp Pairing
I’ve recently discovered the world of vacuum tubes and recently purchased a Willsenton R8 which I’m enjoying very much.
I also have a solid state Chord Electronics SPM 1050mkii power amp (200w into 8ohms) and am now curious what sound I could achieve by the marriage of a tube preamp paired with my beefy solid state power amp.
As I’m a tube newbie I figured it would be sensible to lean on the considerable experience of the Audiogon community and plunder some recommendations.
I like the look of the PS Audio BHK signature Pre (preowned) but it’s pushing my budget, although if you guys think it’s a winner I can save a few more buttons..! Also I’m aware of the Shiit Freya + which seems well reviewed and appears to be a good value proposition, but apart from these 2, I’m not really sure what else is out there…
So, over to you guys to work your magic, recommendations please!
Budget is circa £2-£3k and MUST have a remote control! :)
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@vthokie83 I have the dual Cabernet with 6SN7 and 300B output, unfortunately only the 300B has adjustable gain, with my power amp the 6SN7 sounds better. So I have a bit of a gain mismatch, thinking about getting a StringAmp d220 power amp that has adjustable gain input. |
@vthokie83 my Grange has adj gain. Paired with my Coda S5.5 it is a splendid combo! |
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