Preamp Deal of the Century


If anyone is looking for a true "World Class" preamp at a very fair price..heed my advice. I just recieved a Supratek Syrah preamp that was hand built by Mick Maloney in Western Australia, and it is absolutely beautiful! This preamp is the best deal you will ever find. I would put it up against any preamp out there for both looks and sound. Price? $2500 for the Syrah (includes Killer Phono stage). Not into phono? Try the Chardonney line stage for $2100. Don't get me wrong, I am not associated with this company. I am just a very happy owner! This preamp is VERY dynamic, yet liquid. It conveys the sound of music better than any other preamp that I have ever heard! You can check out the Supratek website at www. cantech.net.au
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BWhite,

Have you had a chance of testing the home-theatre pass through yet ?

I ordered a Sauvignon (Cortese line stage version) from Mick about 3 months ago, but did not request any modifications for fear of something going wrong.

Mick said that he will probably start Sauvignon in around a month or two. Therefore, I'm wondering whether It's a good idea to request the home-theatre pass through before he actually commences work on the pre-amp.

Also, does anyone who owns a Supratek, tried the unit with the Audio Aero Capitole MK II 24/192 CD Player ?

My System is currently made up of the following:
1. Audio Aero Capitole MK II CD Player
2. Krell KSA 250 Power Amp
3. Osborn Epitome Grand Reference MK V speakers with Bass Units.

At the moment the Audio Aero is running direct into the power amp and actually sounds superior to when a Krell KRC-3 pre-amp was used in the equation.

Furthermore, does anyone know of any good tube suppliers in Australia, preferably Sydney.

Finally, because the Supratek does not fit onto a standard hi-fi rack, I'd be interested in knowing what improvisations people are using to accomodate the unit.

Regards,
TJackson