akhil

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Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre?
Thank you so much for all of your help! I've now been running a Classe Sigma SSP for about two weeks, and I absolutely love it for both two channel and surround. I A/Bed against my Modwright SWL 9.0SE for pure 2-channel and honestly, sounds just a... 
Best Integrated Amp (for me)
I used to have the Cambridge audio CXA60, which was a really nice looking and decent sounding amp with a good DAC on board. Then I upgraded to separates (Odyssey Khartago extreme monoblocks) and a tube pre and the difference was significant. I rea... 
Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre?
Thank you bwguy and jakesnak! Waiting impatiently to setup and try the new system!@stereo5  haha yes, it's a rare find. I live in the bay area, CA, where rents are ridiculous, and I'm still quite young. This is a small house/cottage unit in someon... 
Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre?
Can an AVP replace a Modwright SWL 9.0se?No. Just no. But not just any AVP, I’m trying to ask about a Classe product that was designed with 2 channel in priority and not surround? People say it sounds nearly the same as the CP-800 stereo pre, whic... 
Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre?
Thank you dmcneilr and vinylshadow! Your inputs help a lot. I have purchased a Sigma mk1 for now, if Classe is still offering upgrades I can try to get that done myself. Super excited, I am moving to a new rental and will try both my existing prea... 
Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre?
Thanks bwguy, I think I have the same plan and it's good to hear the Sigma is doing well for you.ghdprentice, I live alone in a small 1 room house, and cannot justify keeping 2 separate systems :) Your theater setup looks great! I am trying to do ... 
Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre?
Thanks for the replies!I have a Krell Showcase HT processor. My Luxman Cl38U SE two channel tube preamp sonically completely beats the Krell for music.I believe the Sigma was deemed better than the Krell for 2 channel performance, so I’m hopeful. ...