Had the Ref.3, Spent time with the VTL 7.5 (series 1) and bought the BAT REX. For me, the better preamp. No idea how it will match up with your Boulder, but was great with amps from bryston, Manley, VTL, and of course the REX amp I use now. Downside is runs hot.
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.
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.