+1 on Odyssey Candela tube pre. I believe one can be had new in your price range. It stands up nicely with big hitters, driving a Pass Labs 260.8 into Wilson Sasha DAWs in my system. Basic remote available.
Best Used Tube Based Preamp $2k Or Under?
As the title says, I am pondering my best options for purchasing a tube based preamp for $2k or under. Must have a remote!
Your opinions, thoughts, and expertise would be greatly appreciated. If I was spending more, I would know most of the best choices, but I'm on unfamiliar ground at this price limit. But sometimes, you can only do what you can do.
Thanks for any help.
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This updated Audio Horizons TP 2.3sV should be of interest. It has everything that you’re looking for - including a remote. I have a similar version. Mine is an original TP 2.3SvB with updated balanced circuitry, an R-Core transformer and larger V-Caps. It sounds great. Joseph Chow is a highly regarded audio engineer. Whoever buys this is going to very pleased. Here’s a review the latest TP 2.3SvB. - - - If purchased, ask the seller to put styrofoam supports under the V-Caps. The leads cans snap if the unit is dropped during shipping. |
@steakster is 110% right. That Audio Horizons preamp is going to be a best buy for sound quality based on your budget. I owned one much like that one as well as many other tube preamps with retail prices up to $12,0000. The AH is the best of the bunch with with exception being the TRL Dude completely tricked out. |
grannyring6,535 posts @steakster is 110% right. That Audio Horizons preamp is going to be a best buy for sound quality based on your budget. I owned one much like that one as well as many other tube preamps with retail prices up to $12,0000. The AH is the best of the bunch with with exception being the TRL Dude completely tricked out.
Bill, coming from you, that means a great deal. Thank to you I have the worlds greatest value in DAC's. And you certainly know audio equipment. |
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