Anyone familiar w/Cary SLP-98 preamp?


In my endless search for a relatively affordable tube pre-amp (that would be an upgrade from my VTL TL2.5; no slouch in itself ), I just started considering the Cary SLP-98P. Anyone familiar with this pre-amp? If so, can you make any comparisions to other pre-amps you have owned/heard? The built in phono section is important to me; I'd like something that is quiet & would work well with my (MC) Benz Glider. Thanks!
steveaudio

Showing 1 response by keithr

The SLP 98 is a gem of a preamp. I sold it to get a 2002, then quickly went back to a 98. I compared it to VTL 5.5, VAC Standard Sig, Rogue 99, CJ PV-14, and the Cary was by far the most musical.

They come off and on audiogon quickly, as they are still a touted piece...hence if you see one, buy it.