Cortw, very wise choice although some of the above mentioned preamps are excellent as well. The Bel Canto Pre 1 is considered by some owners as their reference preamp. I am currently looking to buy one myself.
the one major thing I got to say about the bel canto pre1 is that what ever grain there was in your system has disappeared . very clean sound . also a very nice machined aluminum remote .
i used the classe 47.5 in the past but moved up to the cp-60 with internal phono and external power supply. big step up in sound quality with more options
i used the classe 47.5 in the past but moved up to the cp-60 with internal phono and external power supply. big step up in sound quality with more options
Re the Bel Canto Pre1: I believe this is an under appreciated gem, especially considering its used price on Audiogon. Try it with 3 Black Diamond Racing Cones beneath and a Harmonic Technology damping block on top. Also, the Analysis Plus Power Oval 2 is a great match for this preamp. My Pre1 drives a pair of Manley Mahi tubed monoblocks and gives superb, lifelike sound.
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