I can describe well the B&K amp and preamp. I've used a number of B&K amps and I love their warm tube like sound. I'm currently using a B&K Sonata 200, enormous power and headroom, and also a 202+ amps and I like them both. The B&K preamps are nothing really special just neutral I would say. Any special sound emanates from the amps. I like to use tube preamps with the B&K amps, it just accentuates that warm lush sound. Looking for what is a real bargain today I prefer the Audible Illusions Modulus 3, unstepped volume control. I have never heard the Aragon, I don't know why you've focused on it. I do like the B&K and AI combination, they sound great and the price is just a plain bargain.
B&K vs. Aragon
I presently have a B&K Pro10MC Sonata preamp and ST140 amp combo. I like the warm sound with a Rega P32000 and Dynavector cartridge, Paradigm Sudio 60v2s. What would an equivalent Aragon system sound like (18K or 24K) preamp with
4002 or 2004 amp sound like in comparison? I do not have the luxury of auditioning. I listen to mostly jazz, rock and folk.
4002 or 2004 amp sound like in comparison? I do not have the luxury of auditioning. I listen to mostly jazz, rock and folk.