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Recommend relatively obscure high end tube preamps

Just wondering whether people can offer advice on high end preamps worth auditioning. I am looking for those who have experience with more esoteric and expensive equipment (MSRP >5000). I've owned Wavac (never should have sold it) and now own the Aesthetix Callisto Signature. I've owned BAT, CJ, ARC so I'm not looking for answers on things you can readily find.

One that comes to mind is the Brinkmann Marconi. Any opinions?

What else is out there?

~ William
classicjazz

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gmood1
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I'll throw in the Single Power units.Ultimate Maestro SDS XLR. I have an upgraded prototype MPX3 SLAM the designer shipped too me to play with. I can only imagine what the top headamps/preamplifiers can do. 150lbs is a lot of preamp..this is a serious piece of equipment! Scroll to the bottom of the page to see the top models. I'm not affiliated with this dealer or the company. I just know this is some great sounding equipment. The units even come Gold or Nickel plated at your request. All units are custom built to the owner's taste. It doesn't get much more esoteric than that. Mikhail is also one of the nicest guys you can call and chat with in the industry.

Good luck!
gmood1
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Thanks Restock! I forgot to add ..the last time I spoke to Mikhail. He was designing tube adapters for his preamps. He said it was possible to try a huge variety of tubes/voltages just by popping in the inserts. Unfortunetly these adapters only work with the Single Power preamps. So skys the limit on tube rolling!
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