best tube preamp with bypass for HT

I have mc1 processor. looking for preamp with bypass.

slick203-05-2001 6:08am

gmorris Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 351 posts 03-05-2001 at 07:35pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The ARC LS25 has a bypass (Processor Mode) for HT preamp applications.
miked Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 41 posts 03-05-2001 at 10:25pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Any other info on the new Bell Canto model?? Can't find it on their website.
jsbail Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 368 posts 03-06-2001 at 01:40am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Miked, just went to Bell Canto site. The pre-1 is listed under products. It has a "loop" input which is a bypass loop. You can download a complete user manual from their site.
rosstaman Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 455 posts 03-06-2001 at 02:16am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Audio Research LS 16 also has a bypass and can be found used for around $2100
hifiho Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 50 posts 03-06-2001 at 03:10am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The BAT VK-3i has what they refer to as a "Unity Gain" circuit, which sets the volume at 0db gain, thus passing the signal thru at line level. I've been using mine for a little over a month, and although it seems a shame to burn the tubes for home theater use, is worthwhile for having the joys associated with a very musical preamp. Just my $0.02.