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Need a good inexpensive stereo pre!

Ive just listened to a myriad of cds from my Pioneer DV414 (it uses 24bit/96khz dacs) and the sound is very good except for alot of brightness in the higher frequencies. I'm using Transparent Link 100 rcas between the dv414 and Chase RLC-1 pre ($59!!), and the pre and an Acurus A200 stereo amp. A double run of DH Labs T-14 speakers cables connect the amp to NHT 2.5is. I dont know if the brightness is coming from the dvd player, pre, amp, speakers or a combo of components. Anyone with ideas about other stereo pres passive or active? What about the Creek OBH-12? Thanks in advance! Ricky rch_cah@hotmail.com
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carl_eber
1,425 posts
 
Audio Alchemy DLC, with No. 3 power supply. Use a very good power cord and line conditioner, and you won't want anything else, unless 2 or 3 thousand is pocket change to you.
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nhorton
83 posts
 
For inexpensive preamps, the Creek stuff is very hard to beet.
ferrari
617 posts
 
The Creek is very good equipment.However the Forte preamps are very good and build quality is unsurpassed. The model 40 can usually be had for around $300.00.
kocho_chestimenskid997
5 posts
 
www.decware.com, check out the line amps...
lovescotch
8 posts
 
Check out the PS Audio 6.1 pre. In passive mode ('straightwire' in PS Audio talk), the sound is detailed, clean, neutral, and balanced across the audio spectrum. I used one for years before upgrading to a Levinson 38. 6.1s can be picked up for anywhere from under $200 to $350 and up. At the under $350 price point, I don't think you can do better.
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