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Kreall amp and tube pre

It's been awhile now and I need some input. Can I just plug and play a tube pre into a fpb 200 or later generation amp ? I think several yrs ago I saw a post that said you needed to do something to the amp. Am i right ? Is their latest generation of amps tube friendly ? The reason i'm asking is I have an all tube system but would like a SS amp for 2 channel home theater. Thanks.
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rwwear
2,867 posts
 
There is a setting that places an input resistor in line but I don't think it is necessary as long as you use a quality preamp that doesn't leak DC. I feel placing anything between the amp and preamp can be detrimental to sound quality. I have used many tube preamps with my 700c and never had a problem.
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audiogabby OP
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What are you using with the 700c ? I'm going to be using an Eastern Electric Minimax. I'm wondering if this little gem is up to the job.
rwwear
2,867 posts
 
I have tried the Aesthetix Calypso, Audio Research LS-16, SP-9 and REF One, Counterpoint SA-3 as well as a few others I can't remember. I am not using a tube pre at this time. I have an PS Audio PCA-2 that is great. And it is a balanced design which is important with the Krell. I don't know anything about the E.E. Minimax.
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dlcockrum
2,190 posts
 
I would contact Krell before plugging the tube preamp up to the amp. They are very responsive. Better safe than sorry.
roypan
55 posts
 
A great way to destroy your speakers. I would not do that.
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