Can any of you Freya owners compare this somewhat budget priced preamp to $3000 models from 20 years ago? I'm thinking Krell KRC-3 (my current pre) or AI Modulus 3A in particular. Main source is Ayre C5xe mp running in balanced mode. Through the Krell, i'm getting sufficient volume at only 8 or 9 o'clock and i'd like more range out of the volume control. Therefore the Schiit's passive stage appeals to me. How do you think the J-fet section of the Freya compares to the Krell? If it would be a lateral move I might go for it but I don't want to step down. Fwiw, I particularly like the firmware based stepped volume control on the KRC-3 as there is no mechanical contact, is noise free, and in theory should last the life of the unit. Thanks.
