I will second the L-1. I used it for a good while. At the used price, it is an absolute steal. Sonically, it is as described by Mattybumpkin. The gain set up is such that you can control volume ideally(something you couldn't do with the M3A.)
You can alter the sound somewhat with a little tube rolling.
You would have to have a drastic increase in price to beat this pre. McCormacks own preamps are neutral but to me, render the sound a little dry and in need of a touch of warmth.
As for impedance, they all have a 100k input which mates well with tubes.
You can alter the sound somewhat with a little tube rolling.
You would have to have a drastic increase in price to beat this pre. McCormacks own preamps are neutral but to me, render the sound a little dry and in need of a touch of warmth.
As for impedance, they all have a 100k input which mates well with tubes.