Introducing Tubes?


Hello gang!
Well, It's been said of my system that "you could use some tubes in there". So, here is what I have: McCormack UDP-1/ Lexicon MC8/Krell FPB400cx. Tyler Linbrook Signature System (1piece speaker).
The system started as a home theater set up, which for family reasons, I should keep. The Questions:
How could i add tubes to the setup for 2 channel listening? Just add a tube cd player? Add a cdp AND a tube pre amp? (The Krell will do the amplification. ) Would that be enough to get the "tube sound" that has been so often described here on Agon? (I've never used tube gear). What would be a good sounding tube CDP for a rookie tube guy? (around $1000 new or used) Suggestions and/or advice is welcome and appreciated.
Thanks so much.
paul
oldpet

Showing 2 responses by vegasears

I agree, a tube pre is the way to go. There are some jumpers/switches in the Krell that will need to set. Call Krell and they will fax or email you the instructions. It's easy and only takes five minutes.

All the Best

Allan
When I added tubes to my Krell 200 FPB/Adcom 750 pre, I started with a CAL Alpha tubed DA processor. Like you I asked here before making a move. I liked what the tubes added so much that I added a Cary AE-3 tube line level pre. My reasons for going with cary were the good comments/reviews here and the resale was good if it turned out to be a bad match. I called Krell, they faxed the instructions and said if it looked to hard just call back and a tech support person would walk me though the steps. I never had to call back.

If you would like to talk in person email me and I will send you my phone number.

Allan