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Audio Horizons TP 2.0 Preamplifier
Excellent suggestions.Thanx guys. 
Still searching for balanced pre to m60's
The Calypso with the right tube complement is a fine piece,more competent than the LS 17 which it replaced.I am now running an Audio Horizons which bested the Calypso in my system.And hey it has a remote.Check out the stereomojo web site for an in... 
Audio Horizons TP 2.0 Preamplifier
Hi everyone,I'm looking for some insight into a technical glitch.I acquired an AH TP 2.0,upgraded to 2.1 status,for a friend.It apparently has a 60 cycle hum which is only noticeable when you stand by the unit and not in the listening position.Wel... 
Audio Research LS26 vs. LS17
LS 26 is where you want to be. 
Cary SLP-05 Vs High End SS or Tube Preamp's
I'm in Johns camp,I've owned many pre amps over the years and I have yet to hear a solid state pre amp that compares to the musicality provided by tubes.As usual Tvad is on point,the key is correct matching between amp and pre amp. 
SS quality pre-amp with HT bypass-suggestions?
Yup,gotta second the Jeff Rowland Capri,it's the piece de resistance for what you've described. 
recommend full featured preamps?
The addition of tone controls in your system will only compromise fidelity. 
Looking for a good balanced preamp: Atma MP-3?
Audio Horizons TP 2.1,peruse the AH thread on this forum for comments,reviews and dialogue. 
Most transparent amp you've heard?
Rodmann9999.You're a sound technician and not a recording engineer?Wow,fooled me. 
What amps for Maggies?
Bryston,absolutely Bryston. 
Audio Research REF 3
As I understand there are at least 2 iterations of the original REF 3.If you are considering purchasing used that would be a fair question to ask. 
Audio Horizons TP 2.0 Preamplifier
I third the power conditioner adventure,too many already,stick with your core business.Still happy with my 2.0n,now that there is a suggestion of a new top tier pre amp in the wind I don't have to concern myself with upgrading to a 2.1.Enjoy the r... 
Audio Research REF 3
The tubes should be fine for at least 4000 hours.Did you buy used,previous owner may have reset the counter to "0"Check with Audio Research technical support. 
Tubes vs. SS
I don't know what your budget is,however,I do know the Rogue is not the best example of the tube magic you're seeking. 
Amp for Magnepan 3.1 speakers
Bryston 3 or 4 series is a natural.If you require more particulars flip me a pm.