Advice about Audio Mirror T-61 Preamp .


Hello. I'm wondering if anybody can providing me some feedback about the Audio Mirror T-61 preamp, their strengths and weaknesses.

I am willing to complete my main rig. Up to now I have as source a MHDT Labs Havana DAC (2.6V, <800 ohm), with my PC as the transport, a Bryston 3B-ST (sensitivity 1V to 50Kohm) as power amp, and a couple of AV123 X-Statik. The missing element is the preamp (by now, I'm using an old receiver).

Within my budget (about US700) and my requeriments, there is not many choices for a little tubed preamp with remote volumen control. After my research, I think the best is apparently, the Audio Mirror (point to point silver wired, Sonicaps, R-core transformer, made in USA, etc) but there is a lack of feedback about it (unlike the DARED SL-2000A for instance), despite it began in production about 5 years ago.

Your advice regarding this preamp, or any other remote controled within my budget will be very appreciated, as I can't listen to them, or take a trial period, as I am not in the States.

Thanks!!
stts
I had one for about a year. It's a good preamp for the price. The sound is definitely on the full/warm side, with surprisingly good bass extension. It does have a moderate amount of rolled off highs, and not the final word in detail. If you're looking for a warm-sounding preamp, the Audio Mirror is your ticket.

Michael
I think Radii ALP-01R could be a fine contender too. It has a couple of good and consistent reviews.
Stts,

I had what I assumed were the stock tubes. I never tried any other tubes. If you're interested in a "tubey" sound, the Audio Mirror preamp offers it for a reasonable price.

Michael