Would like some feedback on which preamp would best suite my McCormack DNA-500 SS amp. Source is Audio Aero Capitole MKII and speakers Usher Be-10 with Focal Utopia sub. I have a Melos SHA-1 and would like to upgrade.
Cary sounds dark, slow and anemic next to Dodd. If you compared Dodd to lets say Supratek or Modright, it would be a lot more interesting then Cary. What qualities are you looking for? Your system and preferances would help others help you.
Thanks Mrjstark, like I mentioned I have a McCormack DNA-500 powering the Usher Be-10s and a Focal Utopia subwoofer. My source is the Audio Aero Capitole MkII and I think it is terrific. I listen to mostly smooth jazz. Just purchased a couple of XRCD with bossa nova and it sounds great. I have an old Melos which replaced a Bel Canto pre2. I really injoyed the tubes in the preamp and figured on a better pre. I saw a Joules 150 on audiogon, don't have a fortune to spend, still paying the Ushers and trying to modify the living room for better sound.
I've previously owned Cary 2002, Joule 100mk3, Joule 150, Herron 1/166a, CAT SL1mk3, Atma-Sphere MP3, a couple of Audio Research pres, and some others.
Thanks Spencer, I think I will wait because I am redoing my living room. Once this project is over, making it acoustical, I will probably take your advise on the Dodd.
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