Cary SLP-98 v. Manley Shrimp

I know the Shrimp is somewhat of a "giant killer" but is the Cary leaps and bounds ahead of the Manley i.e., worth the extra $?

jimlisa9810-23-2008 10:30pm

jalapenos Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 81 posts 10-24-2008 at 02:26pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete In my opinion, the 6SN7 octal base tube utilized in Cary preamps is the best for a gain stage application. The miniature nine pins used in the Manley shrimp just cannot capture the real magic. If you are considering the above two, don't forget about the AES preamp, especially the now out-of-production DJH model.