I just acquired a slightly used Cary SLP-2002 w/oil cap, NOS tubes & Kimber silver input wiring upgrades. Running all XLR it was a great improvement over my previous SS pre. I just sent it to Cary for the gain mod reduction ($125, not a tube chg mod). Can't wait to get it back & enjoy it in top form. If you are overseas I can feel your frustration...
BAT or other Valve pre for PASS X-250
Hi there,
Wondered if anyone had tried using a BAT pre (Vk 3/5i)with any of the X series PASS.From my reading I understand there may be a mismatch due to the BATs (already high)impedance rising at low frequencies whilst the Pass has a fairly low input impedance.
I need a balanced valve pre to go with the X-250.
There are noise problems with the unbalanced input, I may need to drive long interconnects, I can't live without at least remote volume and definitely need valves as the Pass is way to solid state sounding for my tastes with a ss pre.
Changing the power amp is not an option at the moment.
Thanks in advance,
Simon
Wondered if anyone had tried using a BAT pre (Vk 3/5i)with any of the X series PASS.From my reading I understand there may be a mismatch due to the BATs (already high)impedance rising at low frequencies whilst the Pass has a fairly low input impedance.
I need a balanced valve pre to go with the X-250.
There are noise problems with the unbalanced input, I may need to drive long interconnects, I can't live without at least remote volume and definitely need valves as the Pass is way to solid state sounding for my tastes with a ss pre.
Changing the power amp is not an option at the moment.
Thanks in advance,
Simon