Waj4all,
I have`nt heard the TRL Dude but it`s well regarded. I`ve owned the Coincident Statement linestage for close to 2 years. The Statement is simply stunning, utterly natural tone/timbre with complete rendering of intricate overtones and harmonics. Perhaps one of the truly top tier performers in terms of openess, transparent and dynamic preamps available currently.
It does convey the pure emotion and beauty of music without exception. Really just a fabulous creation by designer Israel Blume.
I hope you have an opprotunity to hear it in yours or a very good system and judge for yourself. Be aware it has just two inputs, lacks remote control and is 70 pounds(2 chassis design). By the way it has an ultra low noise floor, you`ll hear the most subtle nuance and micro detail/dynamics(very compelling) and always organic in character.
Best Regards,
