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Head's up on Thor

As an audio enthusiast who usually seeks out and enjoys products made by small companies out of the mainstream, I'd like to give a strong thumbs up for the Thor Audio TA-2000 MKII linestage with phono.

I don't have an opportunity to demo or a/b any products so my purchases are based on homework and faith. The more popular upscale phonostages like Aesthetix, Manley and even Lamm, etc. are more quickly reviewed and brought up on A'Gon.

But I believe Thor should most definately be included. All the positive sonic cliches apply. What I find most impressive with the Thor piece is soundstage and inner detail. Also, the lack of thinking about what is impressive because everything is so cohesive it just sounds like great music.

Also, I have all my equipment on a Systrum rack. Systrum produces the most effective vibration control products, IMO.

My 2 cents.
richardmr

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I have a Thor TA-3000 phono preamp and have been in love with it since turning it on. I tried a number of otheres including Pass, Herron, Rouge, and Conrad-Johnson amongst others. The C-J really surprised me because my preamp and amp are theirs, but it did not do what the Thor does, if I was using a MM cartridge it might have worked better.
I keep it on 24/7 and just replace the tubes once a year. Musical and wondrous. Really deserves more attention from would be high end listeners
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