Solid State preamp Brands
Hi, I was discussing options for a SS Pre. I have on a list CODA, AYRE, Bryston, Classe, Bal Canto, Holo etc. I am strongly considering the Classe Delta Pre. Some of my audio buddies are saying that the Classe is not very good even to the point of saying it is low fi. REALLY?? I want to have 2 preamps in my system to alternate. The other is a CJ ET5 tube. any advice is appreciated.
What;s fascinating to me is that Spectral never comes up in discussions such as this. I'm dating myself but some of the best sound I've ever heard came from a dealer using Spectral electronics with MIT cables and conditioner driving Dunlavy 4a's. What you haven't told us is why you are so enamored with SS and what kind of sound you are trying to achieve. |
Hi guys. Been using a Parasound JC2 BP in my main systems for about 5 years now. I like it much better than Pioneer SX1250, Anthem AVM60, and Sony 5700ES acting as a preamp. Needing another good preamp for my living room system. Does anyone have experience on how the Holo Audio Serene or Ayre K-5xeMP compare to the JC2? If so, any insight will be greatly appreciated. P.S. not a tube fan. Thank you! |
@russellrcncom What makes me enamored with SS is the consistency with which it operated. Same results every time. I am looking for clarity, dynamics and a good sense of space from the new preamp. I doesnt have to be THE purest in neutrality as I am coming from (what some would say is) a somewhat colored tube pre. |
Let me toss out the Magnus Audio MP-1000 preamp. Magnus Audio is the solid state division of Canary Audio - highly respected for their tube gear. I own a Magnus Class A SS amp. - - - -
Grounding individual components has improved my SQ in regard to clarity and transparency. A grand piano sounds like a grand piano. |
