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Tube Research Labs Dude vs. Shindo Labs preamps
Goldeneraguy, no, just an end user who has paid full price for all the gear I own. That's a fair question. I wouldn't necessarily say they are feuding. Charlie has voiced his frustrations in multiple threads, some even not related to TRL, and the ... 
Tube Research Labs Dude vs. Shindo Labs preamps
Clio09, since you felt inspired to chime in, what has been your experience with TRL in the past? 
Tube Research Labs Dude vs. Shindo Labs preamps
Tony, does Charlie's experiences square with your own since you know the Weitzels well and have owned their products in the past? For those of you who are confused by thread censorship, please review AG's bylaws. The previous thread referenced inv... 
Tube Research Labs Dude vs. Shindo Labs preamps
Charles1dad, Charles has every right to air his grievances, but he is not manning up and calling TRL directly, which is beyond me. They are willing help, but he is choosing to be destructive instead. It is part of the Jerry Springer therapeutic mo... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
a travesty indeed. Tres kool.... 
Tube Research Labs Dude vs. Shindo Labs preamps
Tthean, as I said before, there are two very happy Dude owners (latest generation) in the Dallas area. No issues with fit and finish, customer service, etc. Gallant_diva is one. Ask Paul for the other. His name is Huy, but I have lost his contact ... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
He loves it. Better in all areas but cannot name names out of deference.... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Hey everyone. Check out Miguel's Dude: http://cgim.audiogon.com/i/vs/i/f/1300480343.jpgRighteous.... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Pat, the dual volume control is an additional option that costs $ I believe.Tthean, I waited a month and a half. Average wait time seems to be more in the 2-3 month range. It depends on if you order specials colors, 3 inch face plate, etc. You hav... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Bug, that is awesome. You are hearing what we have all heard. I am not an aggressive evangelist by nature, but the Dude bowls you over and you cannot help but share in the sheet giddiness of it all....The Samsons are also staggering. The synergy i... 
Good Preamp for Emerald Physics 2.3
Charlie, one option is to get one of the higher level DBX units. I spoke to DBX last year, and one model does have a bypass so you do not have a redundant and degrading DA conversion. I don't know what the price is. I would still talk to Clayton a... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Sgr, nice room BTW. I agree with you 100%. The room is the most important component. We will be finishing our basement in the next 2-3 years, and I have a room design in mind. We are having kids soon, so soundproofing is essential. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Bug, your Dude looks spectacular. I am generally low key about equipment aesthetics, but I did briefly covet your Dude.Sgr, time to completion of order is variable depending entirely on whether you upgrade the faceplate, alter the color, etc. The ... 
Tube Research Labs Dude vs. Shindo Labs preamps
Ahendler, kool system. I spent 11 years in MN (Maggie country) and always enjoyed hearing them. Are the antique amps able to drive them adequately? You also seem to have a tight and narrow listening space. My friends who owned them always struggle... 
Tube Research Labs Dude vs. Shindo Labs preamps
Latin, when are you actually receiving your Tron?