2. amps-preamps
  3. 1401328426

Cary SLP-98 price new?

Hay every one I have currently been dealing for a new preamp for my system upgrade. I have a CARY CAD 120s power amp and a a cary cd player. I have just recently made an offer price on a new demo model cary slp-98p with mm phono stage. The price total is $4000 all in since I have been dealing with the dealer for number of years.

So wondering is this a good price for a new one that has only used as a demo model full with warranty?

And what kind of phono cartridge should a guy get to get the best out of this preamp. In the $700-$870 range?
128x128jakecanada
brf
1,715 posts
 
If your dealer is an authorized Cary dealer and the pre does not have any cosmetic issues, buying a demo vs new does not present any disadvantages. The only thing that I would caution, is that the tubes may need replacing depending on use, but you will want to replace them with better tubes in the near future anyways. Dealer support, and the ability to audition, is worth a premium in my eyes, especially considering that you already have a good relationship.

Great preamp!
polk432
1,142 posts
 
Keep searching. 4K was the new price. I bought a new one for 3300.00 a few years ago. I have the CAD 120's and the pre is a perfect match for it. Stock tubes work fine in it. It will work with MC carts if the output is 1.4mV or higher. Good luck.
brf
1,715 posts
 
The retail pricing of the Cary SLP-98P has gone up to $5,994 as per the 2014 Cary retail pricing sheet.

http://studio-hifi.com/images/Retail%20Price%20Sheet%202014%20–%20Копие.pdf
More to discover