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Review on AricAudio Motherlode MKII preamplifier

The Stereo Times review on the AricAudio Motherlode MKII preamplifier just went live on the website this morning. I have received numerous inquires regarding this review after posting a thread regarding how superlative Aric’s new reference preamplifier in it’s performance across all sonic parameters. The ML MKII will compete with any line-stage, regardless of price, and I purchased it to use it in my different systems. For the details, regarding my conclusions, take a look at the review. I also put it on the Stereo Times list for "2020 Most recommended components of the year".
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aricaudio
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Thanks for sharing the review TJ! The link to the review is below:
http://v2.stereotimes.com/post/aric-audio-motherlode-mkii-preamplifier-by-terry-london
Best wishes, Aric
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aricaudio
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@yoby We agreed to build this one as the Motherlode XL (with the Clarity TC600 filter caps and Takman resistors), but simply are omitting the fully balanced I/Os as they are not needed for his system. The power transformer is a low DCR toroidal, rated for over 4Xs the preamp’s current draw, I don’t offer an upgrade for the power transformer. Best regards, Aric

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Hi Yoby,  yes I have used the Odams a few times and they sound good, but are not my favorite…it could just be a synergy thing, but I just never really loved them. I much prefer the Miflex KPCU or Jupiter Copper coils to them as I find them more involving and rich.  Cheers, Aric

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