I have a PL Dialogue Premium with new KT-120’s and a set of EL34. I prefer the warmer EL 34 sound. It has been a great amp. I’m considering selling due to developing tinnitus. if you’re interested, let me know and we can discuss.
Looking to move to a Tube Integrated setup
I'm moving from solid state class D to a Tube Integrated amplifier and have narrowed it down to (2). The Ayon Scorpio II w/KT150's and the PrimaLuna DiaLogue Premium HP w/KT120's. Does anyone have any experience with either or both of these they can share. Recommendations? Others I should consider in the $3K to $6K range? My speakers are relatively efficient at 98dB.
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I ran a SLI-80 as well. Nice unit, built very well, great customer support, very customizable with different tube types/ brands, Triode/ Ultralinear switch, manual biasing and a remote. The Rogue uses circuit boards where as the Cary is point-to-point wiring, if that matters. Both are well-made units with great customer support and are American made. I ended up selling the SLI-80 since it was just overkill for my home office. I just run a little Decware Taboo (6wpc) and it does just about everything I need it to. You can also look at the Conrad Johnson CAV45 S2 or a used McIntosh MA2275 for other options. The best part about tube amps is the ability to customize the sound with different tube combinations. Have fun! |
I had a PrimaLuna Dialogue Premium HP with KT150 and choice NOS 12AU7 and it is one unit I'm sorry I let go. Now using LTA Z40+ and there is no comparison IMO. Guttenberg called it the best integrated he ever reviewed and uses it as his reference. I would highly recommend if you can find a used unit in your price range. |
By chance did you have a chance to try and compare either of these to your former Cary SLI-80 - If so, what did you like more about either of them, or in different ways?
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