If your willing, check out the Sonic Euphoria PLC. It has been reviewed by Stereophile and they felt that the did not have trouble with Bass and Dynamics. Jeff Hagler's design using an autoformer eliminates the Bass and Dynamics issue. I have one that I use from time to time and IMHO it would be worth checking out. Good Luck
Passive preamp for Tube Amp?
Has anyone tried using a passive pre with a tube amplifier? In particular I am interested in a passive like a Placette PVC with a McIntosh MC275. Primary source will be phono via a Rogue Stealth. Speakers are Quad 2805.
I have heard mixed reviews on whether this would result in softened dynamics and bass impact. Many of the published reviews of the Placette are very positive, but I have read some posts by actual users who mentioned the softened dynamics and weak bass.
The Placette comes with a 30 day home trial, but I am just looking for as much information up front as I can get. Thanks for any wisdom here...
Dave
I have heard mixed reviews on whether this would result in softened dynamics and bass impact. Many of the published reviews of the Placette are very positive, but I have read some posts by actual users who mentioned the softened dynamics and weak bass.
The Placette comes with a 30 day home trial, but I am just looking for as much information up front as I can get. Thanks for any wisdom here...
Dave