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Audible Illusions Modulus 3 Audio Research SP-11

Hello folks out there,

I have heard many consider the Audible Illusions Modulus 3 as their reference piece against the Audio Research Sp-11 or Sp-15.

Does anyone own both of these preamps and can tell me if the Audible Illusions Modulus 3 is really that good?
I have heard it almost beats any top preamp out there.

Stefan
stefanovitch
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stefanovitch OP
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... and I no longer can't.

I have a small system and was looking for an affordable piece close to the top of AR.
ts0711
91 posts
 
If you like sound of the CJ, I don't think you'll like the AI. I did direct comparisons with the CJ Premier 14 (and 17) which were both very dark in comparison to AI 3A. The AI doesn't have that classic tube preamp coloration. It's neutral to perhaps a bit bright in the upper spectrum. I don't know the rest of your gear sorry....

Georgelofi makes a passive called the Lightspeed that a lot of folks like so maybe he can help you out... It's very afordable as well.

Tony
ts0711
91 posts
 
Oppo, I didn't realize the CJ was an amp... Never-mind!
ts0711
91 posts
 
F-ing auto correct. That was "opps" not Oppo (which makes nice Bluray players...)
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