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Solid State preamp Brands

Hi, I was discussing options for a SS Pre. I have on a list CODA, AYRE, Bryston, Classe, Bal Canto, Holo etc.  I am strongly considering the Classe Delta Pre. Some of my audio buddies are saying that the Classe is not very good even to the point of saying it is low fi. REALLY?? I want to have 2 preamps in my system to alternate. The other is a CJ ET5 tube. any advice is appreciated.

jimbones
jimbones OP
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@decooney I agree 100% with you. My tubes are stable after 45 min to 1 hr most. I never turn off my solid state equipment (dac etc)

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livinon2wheels
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One thing I did not see mentioned that is in my estimation worthy of consideration is the Class D Hypex amps with tube buffer. Extremely low noise and presumably with the tube buffer offers some tube flavor to the mix. Throw in whatever SS preamp suits your fancy.

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lordmelton
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Again we've gone to tubes because it's the easy way out.

Those tubes glow in the dark, that's what I like, forget about the accuracy.

In order of preference, SS Pre-Amps

1. Spectral

2. Viola

3. SMC VRE-1

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