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Quick question about PrimaLuna Prologue Two

Hi all. I am currently deciding between the PrimaLuna Prologue One and Two. I love the warmth, roundness and smooth nature of the PL1 (especially the midrange). The PL2 has better bass control, yes, but I find its mids and highs a little too forward - attributed to the KT88 I believe. I have a few quick questions about the PL2 though:

- I have often read that people use the PL2 with EL34's. Seeing as the PL2 is KT88 optimized, does it drive the EL34 slightly harder or differently than how the PL1 would?
- similar to the above, will the smooth midrange of the PL1 be carried over the PL2 if EL34's are rolled in it?
- if the amp will be used primarily with EL34's, are the upgrades worth opting for the PL2 over the PL1 (Solen caps and fast acting diodes)?

Thanks in advance,
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saki70
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I too have the PL2 and rolled the input tubes per Upscales reccomendation . I like it much better .

While I did not have a problem with the highs , the new input tubes did bring out the bass and warm up the mids .
I did not notice any effect to the highs .

Actually I like the highs on the PL2 , better than some tube amps that roll the highs off . I don't find them strident or over emphasized . Could be a difference in the source and/or cables .

Good luck .
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