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High Output Preamp for First Watt SIT-3?
One other suggestion.. The CAF 2019 “Best sound at Show” included the following components: MicroZOTL Z10 Integrated Amplifier, Spatial Audio M-3 Sapphire Speakers, Lampizator Amber 3 DAC. Given that you own Magnepan .7 speakers you must enjoy tha... 
High Output Preamp for First Watt SIT-3?
Keep the SIT3, pair it with a MicroZOTL preamp and a pair of Zu speakers and I think you would be very happy.  
More Power or use subwoofer to boost bass for music
This might be a shot in the dark, but have you experimented with power cords at all?I had a power amp that changing out the stock power cord, was like Jesus showing up in the room. (Thought I'd throw that in since we were talking about cults)Also ... 
What 4 subwoofers to buy?
audiokinesis - I thought that was a very succinct explanation. Bass problems seem to me are best fixed slowly over a period of time, with experimentation. 
Help! Finding a matching preamp to a amp Nuforce STA200
I used a Schiit Saga with mine and it sounded great. A compromise between a Sys and Freya. 5 inputs 
Bottlehead phono preamp project during Coronavirus boredom?
Tablejockey -Thanks for the additional info 
Bottlehead phono preamp project during Coronavirus boredom?
Didn't really see any answers that I really felt like I could trust on that forum. My real intent was to figure out whether I could build a Bottlehead preamp that would sound good enough to use. I have recently acquired a Pass x-25, Supratek pre, ... 
Best 6NS7 Preamp for a Pass Labs XA25 amp
I have a Supratek Sauvignon that uses the 6SN7. Sounds really good.I also have had a chance to listen to "The Dodd" battery preamp hooked up to my XA-25. Incredible. would have loved to had a longer listen. I think it uses a 6922. I'm going to rol... 
You could work for any manufacturer, past or present...
In honor of Eric, Nelson Pass  / Jon Dahlquist / Gary Dodd 
IKEA launches modular speaker line - watch out Wilson, Magico...
At least Greta knows what’s important! 
Supratek Owners Thread
I am considering purchasing a used Supratek Sauvignon to use with my Pass XA-25. Any comments, suggestions? 
Low Cost DACs
Musical Fidelity makes the V-90 DAC. New sells for 299.00. Should be able to pick one up used. Stereophile rated “B” at one time 
Need a line stage preamp
Maybe a used ARC LS3. I also have a Saga, but you probably want something with some gain. 
Aric Audio? First Watt? PrimaLuna?
The Pass XA-25 would be nice. It should have enough oomph! 
Confession of a poor power cord pairing for a Pass Labs XA-25
Gadios-1. Yes I did buy through Reno Hifi.2. Deal yes..  bought a demo for $3500.00. Since they were $4900.00 new. (At least I thought it was a good deal). I wouldn’t have known the difference from the packaging. I was also considering a First Wat...