Lamm M1.2 v. ML2.1

All tube (remember, the L2 does not have tubes in its signal path, and I do have a preference for tubed preamps), a bit more natural and real sounding to me, probably in part due to its reproduction of microdynamics. I have always liked Jadis equipment for these reasons. Keep in mind that this is the four-chassis JP200MC, as well, using EF86 tubes, which is a different animal than the JP80MC I used to own, a much more neutral and transparent preamp. The unit has a freedom from congestion on the most demanding passages that is difficult to describe other than it just gets out of the way and lets you forget you're listening to equipment. The Lamm was very close to it in most respects; in fact, the guy who sold it to me (through my dealer) used the money to buy a Lamm L2!

I see. It is very much a matter of taste. Also, you could probably say that hybrid Lamms are, in a good way, as close to pure tube sound as currently possible.

Thank you everyone for your input.