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the "ultimate" amp or preamp

it has been said that there are certain parts ie resistors, capacitors, that are soncially superior, Black Gate for example. Take ceramic tube sockets. Tamura transformers. Wonder solder, Cardas hookup wire, etc etc. What if, or has anyone made an amp or preamp solely out of what would be the cream of the crop of audio parts? Would the use of the most expensive "best" parts make the "best" sounding piece? Or is the mix of some moderately priced parts the "best" I ask this as a lot of manufacturers tout, upgrades to better gear that had to be designed to a price point. So would and all out all of the best of the best really yield the ultimate in sound?
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If the so called "superior" parts used in a design have no improved sonic value compared to less expensive parts as deemed by the listening panel of an audio manufacturer, then I would have to say no.

Also, keep in mind that the circuit design of an amp or preamp is perhaps, a more important factor in determining how a product will sound than using "superior" parts.
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