what is wrong with the DK? it is a nice integrated amp. if you don't like it, replace the whole thing. have you compared the dk to the amps you listed? you need to audition the amps in your home with your existing equipment to see if it truly is a better setup than what you currently have. good luck!
DK Design MK II as a preamp with Druid speakers?
I am shopping for a new amp and considering both intergrated and separates. I am currently using a DK Design MK II which is an integrated hybrid with a tubed preamp and a SS 150 WPC amp. I only need about 5 WPC.
I am considering using the preamp portion of the DK for some of my listening tests. It has preamp output jacks. I guess my question is whether the preamp in the DK is a reasonably good standalone preamp or if I should just buy a preamp for my tests. If I buy a preamp, I am considering a Modwright or a MiniMax. I just want to try sepaerates without having to purchase a preamp until I get some idea of the benefits.
I am running high efficiency speakers (ZU Druids at 101DB) and looking at these amps (some of which are integrated):
First Watt F1
Red Wine 30.2
Yamamoto A-O8S
Manley Stingray
Any ideas to add to my list would be appreciated. I want to stay around $2,000 used.
Thanks for your comments and suggestions
I am considering using the preamp portion of the DK for some of my listening tests. It has preamp output jacks. I guess my question is whether the preamp in the DK is a reasonably good standalone preamp or if I should just buy a preamp for my tests. If I buy a preamp, I am considering a Modwright or a MiniMax. I just want to try sepaerates without having to purchase a preamp until I get some idea of the benefits.
I am running high efficiency speakers (ZU Druids at 101DB) and looking at these amps (some of which are integrated):
First Watt F1
Red Wine 30.2
Yamamoto A-O8S
Manley Stingray
Any ideas to add to my list would be appreciated. I want to stay around $2,000 used.
Thanks for your comments and suggestions