I just purchased a Cary v12i and find the amp to be just as good as it is supposed to be. My system consists of a BAT VK50SE preamp and Electrocompaniet CDP, and a pair of Verity Audio Fidelio speakers. I swapped the stock 6922's for some Telefunkin's and the EL 84's are Mullards with EH EL34's. Very tight bass, great midrange. So transparent and lifelike. I much prefer it over my BAT VK75SE and my RM-200 which I really liked. I would love to hear from someone who has done the R upgrade.
Cary V12i vs V12R???
Does anyone have any experience with a direct comparison of the two?
Of course Cary claims that the 12R is MUCH better. But they need to sell new units and upgrades.
Also, has anyone gotten the V12i (or 12R) with the upgraded oil caps? Just curious to see the differences there as well.
thanks.
-Brie