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Does anyone use a Bel Canto Pre2 P ?

I'm considering getting one, but checking Virtual Systems, they are pretty much non-existent. Can anyone who has or had one please provide feedback?

I'm in the hunt for a new pre- and power amps to replace my 20 year old Apt Holman pre and Adcom 555. For now they will be driving Infinity 8 Kappas, circa 1988. My new source is an Underwood modified Music Hall cd25.2. I listen to modern and standard jazz, prog and southern rock, some classical.

Thanks,
MikeB.
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tgrisham
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I recommend that you talk to Wally at Underwood. He has several to recommend and I have talked with him about them. He can sell you Bel Canto as well as Monolithic and others. He has been great to deal with.
tgrisham
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When I listen to the Bel Cantos, I simply hear "neutral" and "accurate". They will play whatever is fed to them, without coloration. I can hear the difference between LP, solid state CDP, and tube output CDP. The cables will be less important than the source. Wally has a good handle on how these electronics piece together. Although I believe cables make a difference, it is subtle and it is best to make the rest of the system work together and not rely on cables to change the sound. That is a "merry-go-round". So far, his advice to me has been right on. I don't believe he would want you to end up with a system that doesn't work together. And, if you are unhappy, he will take them back.
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