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How good is the Dodd battery powered preamp ?
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How good is the Dodd battery powered preamp ?
Pubul57I think you have missed few posts that were in other threads.I do not want to rewrite my thoughts in three different threads......but if you have a specific question, I will be happy to help and answer those for you.Mariusz 
RWA amp with DODD preamp both battery powered
Thank you Jeff and congratulations for getting great preamp like Isabella and nice write-up about your impressions and experiences.Keep up a good work.Mariusz 
Red Wine Audio Isabella
Jwarmbrand & Natewalker_2006As you both know I am a happy Dodd owner and I hope that you found my comments truthful and accurate.......of course to the certain point (it is all system dependent and I had only one day to evaluate Isabella).I sh... 
RWA amp with DODD preamp both battery powered
Imaging - The measure of a system's ability to float stable and specific phantom images, reproducing the original sizes and locations of the instruments across the soundstage. Warm, fluid, smooth....yes. Dark....NO.When I said that Isabella is on ... 
RWA amp with DODD preamp both battery powered
Isabella preamp impressions and comparisonVinnie's new creation is truly remarkable achievement in combining battery powered preamp with NOS digital to analog convertor and high quality headphone amplifier. Isabella is equipped with three inputs ,... 
RWA amp with DODD preamp both battery powered
Here are some pics from the Isabella audition with detail comparison coming up in few days or so. See page 2 & 3 for pics from the RAVE.http://www.audiocircle.com/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=2198&page=2Just a little tease - it is a really... 
Equipment that has made you 'stop' looking?
Yep, there is significant growth and demand for American products for that very reason. My latest purchases are 100% made in USA.....and most from smaller companies, which are easier to deal with, more flexible, very helpful and offer excellent qu... 
iPod recommendations
You can not beat iPod with free plug-ins and hundreds of accessories. My Archos 504 has many features and accessories as well but I would not recommend it for Hi Quality playback (HiFi). I use it as TiVo to record Dish Network programing, WiFi - I... 
What's the best Phono preamp under $1000??
lasts not less. Due to latest shake-down by Grammar Police correction must be made. :) 
What's the best Phono preamp under $1000??
Thanks Viper_z - cool pics.I spoke to Gary earlier today about possibility of building phonostage for my specific requirements. He gladly agreed.....you must admire his willingness to take the extra mile to satisfy his customers and progressive ap... 
16K to Spend. Help me make the end all Upgrade.
and this amp - used or almost new goes for around 10K Tannoys new or open box - around 6K.Wonderful system......good looking too. 
16K to Spend. Help me make the end all Upgrade.
How about these Tannoys TD12 at have of your budgetORthese should pass the WAF with easeCheers 
What's the best Phono preamp under $1000??
Have been seriously considering Dodd phono.....however , until I can justify the move in that direction - Consonance Ref. 40 is still my reference. Owning Dodd preamp and the concept of running on batteries is very appealing though. Those with Dod... 
Speakers: $3,000-$4,000 on Audiogon
I tried to ignore this thread untill now.Some very good recommendations....however statements in regards to Vandersteen Quatro locking detail and lower bass extention need to be clarify.....Owning Quatros for some time now doesn't make me an exper...