One of the more musical systems that I have put together consisted of an AI 3A and L1, a McCormack DNA-1 dlx, CAL Icon Mk II, and ACI Sapphire III / Sub 1. The A3 had non-stepped volume controls, and as I recall 10 - 11 o'clock was the upper limit. The L1 has a master volume for both channels, and a volume control for each channel that allows gain to be adjusted. However, I found the 3A to be the better sounding preamp. Better transparency, and a more holograhic soundstage.
Audible Ilusions Preamp
Hi..
I am "still" looking at different Preamps for my system.. a McCormack DNA 1 Rev A and Maggie 1.6 speakers.
The AI 3A or L-1 is on my short list.
Just how BAD is the volume control. How many steps or DB change is there per step? Do the newer models (expecially the Line stage with remote) solve this problem?
I understand this is a higher gain preamp and I may not have a good range on the volue control.
thanks
I am "still" looking at different Preamps for my system.. a McCormack DNA 1 Rev A and Maggie 1.6 speakers.
The AI 3A or L-1 is on my short list.
Just how BAD is the volume control. How many steps or DB change is there per step? Do the newer models (expecially the Line stage with remote) solve this problem?
I understand this is a higher gain preamp and I may not have a good range on the volue control.
thanks