Here comes the Dude. What to expect?

Great to hear Glory. Enjoy your music collection!

I don't know how it compares to the Ref 3 and 5 but it has transformed what I thought was possible in audio.

Here is what you should do to prepare and get the most out of the Dude.

Get footers as it does not come with any. I suggest a Sistrum stand to go under it. They work great under the Dude.

My second choice would be large brass cones - 3 of them.

Now buy some good 6sn7 tubes - 2 of them.I suggest Marconi black base NOS for $75 or so.They are the best I have heard in the Dude.

Last, please allow for burn in. At least 150 hours.

Enjoy

Glory,

They are 6sn7's? Please clarify what you are saying?

Thanks,

Bill

Glory, I understand now. Paul is using the 12sn7's as they are more affordable and widely available at real world prices.

You will love the Dude !!!!

Glory,

Have you tried the Sistrum VS. Equarack under the same piece of gear? Tube gear? Love to hear your comments on the differences.

Thanks

Glory,
Ha! Nice short review of the Dude. I will look into those Equarack Footers for sure.

At some point I would love to hear more of your thoughts on the Dude and what it has done for your music collection.

The Dude continues to be the heart of my system.

The heart of huge, effortless and engaging sound.

I like it more everyday like a great marriage!

Mundorf Supremes for the two output caps. Otherwise the unit is full of Red Bull and Coke can sized caps elsewhere.

You guys should read what Gallant Diva has to say about his Dude preamp on his virtual system thread. Very interesting and exciting.

The Dude is a great music maker and the word is getting out! I am happy that more and more Audiogon members are enjoying this wonderful preamp.

Great to hear C5vette! Let us know what you think of the sound once it settles into your system.