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Primaluna DiaLogue HP Integrated Vs Line Magnetic 845ai

Has anyone compared these models? Both have been heralded by reviewers. Both are said to be well-built and reliable. They're about the same price and supposedly good value for the money. I have Harbeth Super SHL5's, Kimber Kables, and an AVID Sequel Turntable. What do you think? And thanks for taking the time to comment.
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neptune123 OP
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I owned the PrimaLuna HP with EL34's and to my ear the LM 845ia is warmer and has more tube bloom...the music feeling more palpable.

And yes, the Harbeths aren't rated as all that efficient. Still they seem to drive my LM without any problem.
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I bought the LM. And you were right were on. Single ended 845 tubes create a warmer and more musical soundscape.

thanks!
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Thanks for the reply.

Actually, their fairly close in price with the LM about $400 more. As you know it's impossible to do a legitimate comparison without having both to listen to in my own room.

And I've only been able to find two reviews of the LM - one in Stereophile and Wall of Sound. 
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