@gregjacob I'm using the same Telefunken ECC801S. They are the most detailed and best sounding in my system. A friend thought they were too bright in his system. The Siemens ECC801S are very good, but a hair less detailed. A fair bit less expensive, though. The Brimar Yellow T are nice and warmer sounding if your system is already on the bright side.
Looking at these specific preamps give me your opinions
I'm building a system and I have an SMC Audio DNA.5 power amp that was built about a year ago so it's up to date on technology although it is still single ended. I have NX-otica and OB subwoofers from GR Research. I am looking for a good preamp. I have a few in mind and would like some opinions. I have listed them below.
TLC-2 GT24 built by SMC Audio
VRE-1c made by SMC Audio
Revelation Raven tube preamp by Spatial Audio
LTA tube preamp
The TLC-2 and Revelation would need to be purchased new the others I might catch them online used.
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Take a look inside each of them and then tell us what you see? Parts, transformers, AC chokes, capacitors, resistors, volume control, and what designs they are. Once you begin to look inside and learn about design, you decision will be come much easier and you will understand what makes sound quality. Happy Listening |
@brbrock - +1 on the LTA Microzotl preamp with the level two upgrade offered by LTA. Fantastic preamp! |
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