I have an Allnic L-8000 DHT pre-amp, it is the end game pre for me. Before the L-8000 I had a used L-7000 that was phenomenal and before that a used L-3000 which was also exceptional. There is an Allnic sound and holographic is a big part of it. They are also almost un-tube like in clarity, transparency and quietness but retain the beautiful timbre of tubes. I believe the L-7000 (used) is under $10000.
Suggestions for a holographic preamp?
I'm looking to replacing my Herron Audio tube line stage with something else, not because of a problem with the sound, but for a few other reasons.
I do both digital and analog, and have a Herron Audio tube phono preamp. My power amp is an MSB S-200, which is awesome, and my speakers are Marten Parker Duos, which are wonderful for a deep, holographic soundstage that I like so much.
I listen mostly to rock and reggae, and I'm looking to keep the price under $10K US, and I'm fine with a used one as well.
I get the feeling that I will need a tube preamp to get that holographic sound, but perhaps there are some SS ones that do as good a job?
The fellow I work with at The Music Room suggested a ModWright LS-100 or a used PS Audio BHK preamp; I've researched and they both look like they'd fit the bill, but I'd like to hear your suggestions, too!