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I´m looking for a linestage for my EAR 509´s monoblocks.

The input impedance of the 509´s is 25K

My first options are the following:

1. EAR 868 (used)

2. Coincident Statement Linestage (used)

I didn´t have the opportunity to hear any of them, so I would really appreciate advice on the choice.

Thank you all.

rafacampodonico10-27-2017 8:03pm

mattmiller Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,552 posts 10-28-2017 at 07:50pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Manley Labs Jumbo Shrimp has 200ohm output impedance and should drive those 509's to perfection. This is a pre amp that will inject some real organic, rich tonal beauty with plenty of rise and decay, its a very special sound and you can buy them for around $2500 to $3500. Has radio controlled remote too not inferred.( RCA only if that's a big deal ) Also, pre amps are very important to the sound of the overall system, very important to find the one that sounds best for you, it would be good to try a few before making your mind up. Matt M
mattmiller Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,552 posts 10-29-2017 at 09:50am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete OMG! Hello people you are confusing the MANLEY CHINOOK PHONO pre amp with the Manly labs Jumbo Shrimp line stage (which has a big volume knob on it)! Also, It has a Gain of 11.8db which is perfect for the OP’s amps! LOL ...Gain of 45/60 ......ROFL Matt M