Thanks @lwin
Currently I have the Freya running as an add-on to my Audio Alchemy DDP-1 Preamp. It runs full gain as a pass-thru device and gives me the (4) 6SN7 tube sound into the chain. With good XLR connections between both preamps, I don't get the sound degradation you would think (adding another device into the chain). Schiit designed some kind of pass-thru circuit with the Freya. And when I don't want "tube goodness"..... I can switch to "Passive Mode" on the Freya (to get the sound of the Audio Alchemy all by itself). It's a wonderful setup that blows me away.
I noticed the Cary Audio SLP-05 w/ultimate upgrade may be one of the best preamps for the 6SN7 tube and XLR connections. I have many vintage tubes of that type. I'm just like the rest of us audiophiles, and think of how they can improve their system. I've been happy for 1 1/2 years now, and haven't touched it, and just listen. I just think of the power supply design of the Cary, and wonder.
Currently I have the Freya running as an add-on to my Audio Alchemy DDP-1 Preamp. It runs full gain as a pass-thru device and gives me the (4) 6SN7 tube sound into the chain. With good XLR connections between both preamps, I don't get the sound degradation you would think (adding another device into the chain). Schiit designed some kind of pass-thru circuit with the Freya. And when I don't want "tube goodness"..... I can switch to "Passive Mode" on the Freya (to get the sound of the Audio Alchemy all by itself). It's a wonderful setup that blows me away.
I noticed the Cary Audio SLP-05 w/ultimate upgrade may be one of the best preamps for the 6SN7 tube and XLR connections. I have many vintage tubes of that type. I'm just like the rest of us audiophiles, and think of how they can improve their system. I've been happy for 1 1/2 years now, and haven't touched it, and just listen. I just think of the power supply design of the Cary, and wonder.