Big Difference Between Goldmund SRP2.3 & 27.3?

The pricier one has more body to the sound, but the less expensive one retains the same Goldmund signature sound - clean, transparent, almost pretty tone.

If you liked Goldmund sound, I would suggest you to demo digital/active speaker versions. You should try: (1) Goldmund SRP8 + Logos Active Speakers (2) Meridian DSP speakers (they have built-in pre+power) (3) Halcro MC20 Digital Power. They are all superb products and provide you with precisely the qualities that you look for: crystal clear, transparent sound. You could hear a pin drop in live recording at low volume level, which is the real forte of digital technology.

For your info, I have Goldmund mimesis 30 digital preamp set up and I thoroughly enjoy it. It is pricier than SRP 8 but not too different in sound quality -- again, its sound is a bit more full bodied than that of SRP 8. If you like Goldmund, I strongly urge you to demo digital.

I demoed today Conrad Johnson Art Pre. Sigh... Heavely sound. It was connected to Edge 12.1 Power. Never heard anything quite like it. Way better the the best of Goldmund. Delicate, charming, crystal-clear, and never fatiguing. I heard best of Goldmund, Lamm, Halcro, Gryphon, Burmester, FM Accoustics, you name it, but this combi was the very best. I personally think Goldmund makes some excellent products, but for the price, you have lots of fantastic options. Happy listening!