Preamp DAC option.

I'm busy researching for a new preamp and came across the the Bryston BP series. They offer DAC as an add on option. Is this really worth while?

pjboud10-28-2005 12:51am

c123666 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 871 posts 10-30-2005 at 06:40pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete CTL 2.5 is an excellent value and a good performer for a tubed preamp at under 1000 used. The much more expensive 5.5, a true dual monaural which uses relays (as oppposed to mechanical switching) for switching is a clearly better preamp but usually goes for 1800, or more, used as a linestage. VTL has great support.
duane Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 189 posts 10-31-2005 at 03:58am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Hello again. I agree the VTL is great and the 2.5 is amazing at the price and the fact that it has remote volume. VTL service is awsome. Luke is much better than is dad.
pjboud OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 16 posts 11-19-2005 at 06:35pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I'm auditioning the the CJ 14LS and VTL 2.5 in my home this weekend. So far, I'm leaning towards the VTL, much more transparent that the CJ. I prefer the CJ's vocals but am less partial to it coloration in the highs and lows. And also, this might sound a bit strange, but I dont like the look of the CJ...doesnt hamonize well with the rest of my system. Another important consideration is the lower price of the VTL. This way I can free up some cash to upgrade some of my cabling.