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Lounge LCR III vs. Lehmann Audio Black Cube SE II
For anyone interested, I bought the Black Cube SE II. 
Lounge LCR III vs. Lehmann Audio Black Cube SE II
Thanks Pani.Ok, now I'm thinking either the Black Cube SE II or the Musical Surroundings Nova II. Very close in price, both well regarded. Thoughts from anyone who's heard both? 
Lounge LCR III vs. Lehmann Audio Black Cube SE II
Do you own the SE or the SE II? 
Lounge LCR III vs. Lehmann Audio Black Cube SE II
Thanks Mark. This jibes with what I've read elsewhere. Still looking for owners of the Black Cube SE II to weigh in. 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
So I've had the Coda CLX in my system for a few weeks now, and I couldn't be happier with it. (I'm running it balanced with Mogami 2534 cables to my Halo A21.)Compared to the Anthem, I'm hearing a lot more detail, a deeper and wider soundstage, gr... 
Alon/Nola sound
I have Alon IIs and there's nothing bright or hard about them. Also, the overall coherence and balance is outstanding. The "problem" with them is that they are extremely revealing of everything else in your playback chain, which means if brightnes... 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
Update: I bought the Coda CLX. It was a dealer demo, so practically new and has the full warranty. I'll give my impressions once I have some time with it in my system. 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
So I've definitely narrowed it down to either the Coda CLX or the Wyred4Sound STP-SE. Anyone else have experience with the sound if either pre (or both) using the balanced connections with a solid state amp of the A21's ilk? 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
Thanks for the generous offer Tim. Alas, I'm in NJ, otherwise I'd take you up on it. 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
Also, what are your thoughts on this reviewer's take on the CL's sound? http://www.hifinews.co.uk/news/article/coda-cl-cs-pound;1450-pound;2450/9209 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
I wish I could get one for $1,000, but it will actually be closer to $1800. I'm willing to go that high if the performance is there. But since I'm now thinking in that range, the other pre that seems comparable is the Wyrrd4Sound STP-SE. Thoughts ... 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
New possibility: Has anyone heard the Coda CLX pre? From what I gather, it's a Window IV with upgraded parts. 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
I don't necessarily need a balanced tube pre, but I'd like to consider all of my options. 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
The YS audio gear looks interesting, but I'd be more comfortable buying from an established brand (even if it's also made in China). Any other balanced tube preamps in this price range, used or new? 
Which used preamp for Halo A21, under $1,000?
Czarivey: Forgive me if this is a stupid question, but are there any balanced tube preamps?