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Need a good inexpensive stereo pre!

Ive just listened to a myriad of cds from my Pioneer DV414 (it uses 24bit/96khz dacs) and the sound is very good except for alot of brightness in the higher frequencies. I'm using Transparent Link 100 rcas between the dv414 and Chase RLC-1 pre ($59!!), and the pre and an Acurus A200 stereo amp. A double run of DH Labs T-14 speakers cables connect the amp to NHT 2.5is. I dont know if the brightness is coming from the dvd player, pre, amp, speakers or a combo of components. Anyone with ideas about other stereo pres passive or active? What about the Creek OBH-12? Thanks in advance! Ricky rch_cah@hotmail.com
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nhorton
83 posts
 
For inexpensive preamps, the Creek stuff is very hard to beet.
ferrari
617 posts
 
The Creek is very good equipment.However the Forte preamps are very good and build quality is unsurpassed. The model 40 can usually be had for around $300.00.
kocho_chestimenskid997
5 posts
 
www.decware.com, check out the line amps...
lovescotch
8 posts
 
Check out the PS Audio 6.1 pre. In passive mode ('straightwire' in PS Audio talk), the sound is detailed, clean, neutral, and balanced across the audio spectrum. I used one for years before upgrading to a Levinson 38. 6.1s can be picked up for anywhere from under $200 to $350 and up. At the under $350 price point, I don't think you can do better.
sdcampbell
2,136 posts
 
The Adcom GFP-750 is a Sterephile "Class A" recommended component, and can be purchased used for $750-850. If you want something even cheaper, primarily for use with LP's or other analog sources, the older Adcom GFP-565 is a superb buy as used equipment. I owned the GFP-565 for a number of years, and was constantly amazed at the quality of reproduction it provided with LP's. The newer GFP-750 is even better.
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