Audiolab 8000Q preamp?


Has anyone come across this preamp? I have actually heard it partnered with tube VTL power amp at my friend's studio and it sound surprisingly good. The mid is rich, bass is tight, highs are beautiful.

I always think the right combination should be tube pre + SS power. However, I was surprised that SS pre + Tube power can perform so well.
Can any one explain why?
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Showing 1 response by nanning

Audiolab (first name) later changed its name in Camtech (at least for European countries) and then later int Concept (murphy's law). Then they were taken over and nowadays the gear is sold under the Mclaren brand.

I used Audiolab gear for many years with great pleasure. It seems that they make little real mistakes so one can continue to enjoy even while upgrading the rest of the system. As a matter of fact, I just bought an Audiolab integrated (8000A) for my bedroom system.

Greetz,
Nanning