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System Upgrade Input
Hi everyone,
I have had my existing system for many years now, which is comprised of the following:
-Modwright Sony 999ES with Signature Truth mods and upgraded power supply
-Belles 21A tube (12au7) preamp with Auricap upgrade
-AES Six Pac EL34 monos with Jensen paper-in-oil cap upgrade
-Merlin TSM-MX with upgrades to MXE status
-TG Audio (Bob Crump) and Harmonic Technology cabling, various PC’s and conditioners, etc.
I've got the itch to upgrade my system, spending maybe an additional $2,500 out-of-pocket. I am looking for upgrade ideas, trying to get more detail, separation, soundstage, body, etc. I’m thinking maybe the pre is the weakest link? As such, I was looking at the usual pre’s: Sachs, Ultraverve, Chardonnay, etc. But then I was also thinking maybe instead sell the amps and pre and get a tube integrated or a new set of separates? Sell the amps and keep the pre? In any scenario, I wish to keep the CDP and speakers. Oh, and definitely need a remote control to use.
Any input is appreciated.
Thanks,
Matty
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Thank you both for your input, it is appreciated. MC - Raven has some nice offerings! If I sold my amps and pre and added some $$$, I would probably go with the Osprey integrated. I wish the pre tubes were 6sn7's though. SQ77 - Insightful about the speakers and their low frequency limitations, I will have to review this. I have never felt like I have been missing much in the lower frequencies, but the impact on the imaging I never thought about. Regards, Matty |
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But then I was also thinking maybe instead sell the amps and pre and get a tube integrated^^This. A Raven Nighthawk will be a huge upgrade in terms of what you seek. https://www.ravenaudio.com/product/nighthawk-mk3-tube-amplifier/ After selling your pre, power, interconnect and extra power cord you will have a lot of your $2500 left over for a couple sets of Synergistic HFT. |