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PrimaLuna Dialog 2 User Review
Devilboy, the Primaluna is integrated, I bought the Eastern Electric before its latest incarnation and have not swapped out the op amps as many folks are doing; it's reported to be more analogue-like. I'm happy as it is now, but the Metrum intrigu... 
Tekton Lore ...... compare with Vandy 1C
BradlukeO, will try, I'd love to run the V12 on only 4 tubes, 6 per side is my only long-term complaint, it's a great amp to my ears. I bought my unit from John at Audioconnection, and if I were still in NJ my preference would be to buy from him p... 
PrimaLuna Dialog 2 User Review
Devilboy, well stated, I really like your set up and I believe I would enjoy it immensely. I'm rethinking my DAC with the Primaluna office system, I am currently running an Eastern Electric DAC with Shuguang Black Treasure tube and upgraded fuse. ... 
Tekton Lore ...... compare with Vandy 1C
By the way, JohnnyR of Audioconnection is one of the best, honest dealers out there in audio land. I would always trust him and listen o his advice. I must admit that he knows a lot more than I do, but I also trust my own ears and straight up no m... 
Tekton Lore ...... compare with Vandy 1C
Hi John, How much $$$ for what you suggest? The Tekton Lore only cost $1,000.00. One of the best bang for buck speakers out there, like Vandy's are... 
PrimaLuna Dialog 2 User Review
Mechans, thank you for the info on the 7316, I sort of forgot about them, rare. I will keep an eye out for them. I thought I saw a pair here on the A'gon some months back, but I will give them a go if I run across them. The Bugle Boys are excellen... 
PrimaLuna Dialog 2 User Review
By the way, I recently put the Primaluna EL34s back in for a couple of days of listening and guess what, they sound quite good now. Not as good as some of my other tube rolls or my 6n3ce, but sweet, not a hint of harshness, no fatigue, so don't fo... 
PrimaLuna Dialog 2 User Review
I don't own the Primaluna Dialogue2, but the Dialogue1 for the past 6 or so months. First-off your experience is completely opposite of my experience. System synergy is a must and looking at your components I suspect it is your ancillary equipment... 
Tekton Lore ...... compare with Vandy 1C
I've owned the Vandy 1C as well as the 2CE. Today I own the Tekon Lore as well as the 4.5s among others. Let me state that I loved my time with the Vandy's. But now, in most situations I would choose the Lore. In my set-up, Cary V12 or Primaluna D... 
Upscale Audio -- Tubes and Reliability
Another vote for Kevin at Upscale, got my Primaluna 1 there, a real no hassle excellent experience. 
Zu Omen or Tekton Lore
Do yourself a favor and buy the M-Lores for only $649.00. Save some money. See the Stereomojo and Enjoy thecMusic reviews. 
ARC VSi60 vs PrimaLuna Integrated Amps
My brother just alerted me to the fact that I confused my old ARC integrated with the new vsi60 integrated. Sorry for this mix-up. I must be going dotty and feel foolish. My comments on the Primaluna stand, but I have not listened to the new ARC. 
Zu Druids compared to Tekton Lore Speakers
I own the Tekton Lores and the bass is very good. I believe almost all the posters on Audiogon have reported really good bass and have few complaints in general. Zmanastronomy owned the Lores and paired them with the Almarro 318. I hope he chimes ... 
ARC VSi60 vs PrimaLuna Integrated Amps
My Primaluna has been extremely reliable, never a problem. I also have several friends who own various models and also no problems. And, to disagree with poster above I like the sound of the Primaluna in my system as I have it configured much bett... 
Primaluna tube gear
I'm extremely happy with my Dialogue1. I also currently own two Cary amps, a V12 and 300B SEI. Over the years I have owned many top brands including ARC, a RM10, Forte 4, and so forth. The Primaluna amps travel in that company. High build quality,...