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Upgrading Preamp - How About Some Suggestions
Hi Folks,
I'm wanting to upgrade the preamp in my current system, which consists of:
Teres 255 TT, Origin Live Silver Taper arm, Shelter 501ii,
Electrocompaniet EC-1up CDP,
Audible Illusions Modulus 3a preamp
Cary SLM70 amps, modded for triode
Quad 988 speakers
I am hoping for something more dynamic and engaging then the Audible Illusions. It must have a good MC phono stage. Balance control (or dual mono) is also a requirement. Everything else is negotiable (e.g. remote would be great). Open to tubes and good solid state. Cost up to $4k, but hopefully a bit less.
The Cary amps are very liquid, good micro resolution, yet still warm. The Quads are great midrange. I really like imaging, so a preamp that excels in that area is a plus.
Right now I'm thinking CAT, Aesthetix Janus, not sure what else. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
All the Best, Peter S.
I'm wanting to upgrade the preamp in my current system, which consists of:
Teres 255 TT, Origin Live Silver Taper arm, Shelter 501ii,
Electrocompaniet EC-1up CDP,
Audible Illusions Modulus 3a preamp
Cary SLM70 amps, modded for triode
Quad 988 speakers
I am hoping for something more dynamic and engaging then the Audible Illusions. It must have a good MC phono stage. Balance control (or dual mono) is also a requirement. Everything else is negotiable (e.g. remote would be great). Open to tubes and good solid state. Cost up to $4k, but hopefully a bit less.
The Cary amps are very liquid, good micro resolution, yet still warm. The Quads are great midrange. I really like imaging, so a preamp that excels in that area is a plus.
Right now I'm thinking CAT, Aesthetix Janus, not sure what else. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
All the Best, Peter S.
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