Preamp for Plinius SA-103

I have decided to get the SA-103 for power duties, but currently deciding on a preamp.Any recommendations for good synergy? I have Dynaudio C1, with a Marantz SA11-S2 as a source. It could be either solid state or tube.

kalibur09-20-2011 3:28am

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tpreaves Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,686 posts 09-20-2011 at 09:17am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete How about this one ?
kalibur OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5 posts 09-20-2011 at 09:53am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yes, the M8 is an obvious one, but wanted to know if there are any others, tube or SS.
ngjockey Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,042 posts 09-20-2011 at 02:05pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Plinius is high gain (32-38), espescially when using XLR inputs or when bridged. That's one reason I chose it along with a passive TVC line stage and compatible source (good Vout/low Zout/ direct coupled). An active preamp with 20 dB gain would be useless, possibly detrimental, on moderately sensitive speakers. There are some active pre's with gain as low as 10 dB. Pass comes to mind.
pdreher Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,208 posts 09-20-2011 at 05:50pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I used the Aesthetics Calypso with NOS tubes when I had a Plinius SA-102 & Dynaudio C4's. Can roll tubes to suit your tastes. Highly recommended.

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