Modwright SWL 9.0SE - Is there anything else?


hi all

I've just heard one of these preamps in my second system, mainly vinyl based around a VPI Classic 3/ Lyra Titan i MC/ Whest Audio PS.30RDT Special Edition phonostage with ATC SCM50ASL active loudspeakers which is a very new purchase.

The Modwright sounds AMAZING and with standard tubes fitted.

Question is....

Is there anything else I should be looking at with a budget upto about $3000. The Modwright gets some real glowing reviews and although I mainly stay away from magazine reviews, I have found the 9.0SE reviews to be spot-on.

I can get one for about $1500 with low mileage. Many people say that it is most likely the best preamp out there at this price range and above.

Thanks

GS
grubscrew

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Gs,

If you can score this Modwright preamp for around $1500.00 your getting a very good piece for very little money. However, if your budget can go up to $3000.00 I would recommend that might consider the Audio Valve Eclipse which retails for around $5600.00, but does come for around $3000.00 or less here on the GON. Take a look at my review of it for details regarding it's sonics, I liked it much more then the Modwright 36.5, and it took a preamp that cost another $15000.00 more to replace it in my system.