Are Preamplifier’s Relevant Today or just a Hinderance with Digital Playback ?


I’m just curious,.I know from past experiences using a well designed preamplifier can and will make a difference however the computer audio crowd say different with the use of HQplayer with volume control including multiple filters and adjustments in OS mode using a preamplifier is blasphemy to some of them .

What’s your take on this subject? 
Thanks in advance.
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Showing 1 response by asvjerry

...stopped using a preamp nearly 3 decades ago.
Haven't missed it a bit.
A digital 'switcher' handles What, a simple matrix switchbay determines How.

For me, a screen control over a digital 'switchbay' would be a nice touch.  Plug everything into The Box, poke 'n prod the program into the route dujour, and enjoy....or whatever I'm listening For....

Yes, I do listen to 'the stuff', but not to the cables or ICs'.
I already 'know' what that sounds like.  What it Is....not what it's not....;)