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Back to tubes?

Seriously thinking of replacing my SS pre with a tubed linestage. Contenders include ARC Ref 5 and VTL 7.5. Certainly open to suggestions as well.

Plan to keep the Boulder 1060 for now.

Could pull the trigger on a Boulder 2010 but I am well aware that the cost of a component is often not commensurate with its performance.
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khrys OP
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Bifwynne, you're probably right but I really appreciate being reintroduced to the tube equipment out there right now.
I'll have to see what's available for audition in my area as well.
I do have an easy lead on a Ref 5 or VTL 7.5 so I am particularly interested in opinions of those pieces.
khrys OP
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Cerrot, I am considering that option also. There is certainly no preamp like no preamp.

Jaybo, I love the 1012 but no longer need the inboard phonostage or DAC. I might just succumb and get a 2010 but peerless though it may be, it certainly exemplifies the law of diminishing returns.

Sounds like Shindo should be on the short list for auditions,
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