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VAC Signature Preamplifier mkII

I just wanted to share with my fellow audiophiles how much I am enamored by my new VAC Ren Signature Preamp. It sounds fabulous, mates beautifully with tubes or SS, silent background and extremely musical. I have owned ARC Ref 3, VTL 7.5, and Accuphase 2410, all world class preamps. IMHO the VAC is simply more musical/natural, true of most of the VAC line.(the Ren mkIII is also a great preamp)

No I am not a dealer or spokesperson for VAC, just a satisfied customer....a great understated company, with few reviews, great execution, and wonderful people including Kevin Hayes, the quiet and modest master.
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kurt_tank
1,189 posts
 
Mtdking,

I assume you are talking about an Aesthetix Janus signature preamp?

Interesting suggestion, but I am not sure about it, to be honest. (I say that because my friend used to have a Aesthetix Rhea, which while having some really nice features, (i.e. full accessibility via the remote!), it was a bit too noisy for my tastes. As I stated, I highly prize deep, dark, black backgrounds.

However, if I am given a chance to hear one, I would keep an open mind. Thanks for the suggestion nonetheless.
mtdking
157 posts
 
The new signature is a whole different animal. They sound just as good as the IO. The non signature does have it's faults but for $3000 Signature upgrade the faults are fixed. I thought the line stage in the Janus signature was better then the ren sig mkii and the phono stage was hands down better. The new Teflon caps that are used are very very good.

The other thing I didn't like about the vac was it had to much gain.
arthursmuck
451 posts
 
Difference makes the world go round.... :-)

Congrats on everyone lovin their pre. Brian, welcome to the Ren Sig Family!
hifimaniac
508 posts
 
Just pray you never have to have it fixed!
fplanner2000
616 posts
 
I will echo Art - 2 x 300.1's = outstanding bass.
Kurt - If you are serious about getting Kevin's great amp(s), send me a PM - I might be able to assist in a way you will appreciate.

Don't have the Ren Sig preamp yet, but getting by OK with the VAC Phi 2.0 preamp, not exactly a slouch...
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