Dumb question......why do you need a preamp?


You'd think after 50 years I would know this, but I don't. Aren't today's integrated enough?

troutbum

Showing 2 responses by samzx12

Mulviling and ghdprentice hit the nail on the head. A good preamp is so important. I don't mind a little coloration but a nice preamp adds body and texture. I've tried a couple times without a pre and the music was analytical and boring. I don't care what anyone says there is nothing like a good preamp in your system.  A former friend of mine argued until he was blue I was wrong.  I kept laughing and said you will not convince me because I know better.  

I wish I could remember who wrote a review on preamps in a system but they unequivocally stress they are very beneficial.