Pavpet, I cannot comment on the MBL preamp, but if you take a look at my review of the Accustic Arts Tube Hybrid reference DAC I added comments regarding the MBL transport that I just added to my system. The MBL transport is a terrific piece, for the details look at the thread.
mbl 1521a and 5011 how good are they
never heard the 1521 or 1621 transport and looking at purchasing the 5011 preamp to go with the 1521, how good are they , i listen to mostley jazz , have audio aero capitolle se mkii with hovland 200 preamp tetra 606 , cardas golden ref interconnects , and transparent bi wire mm music wave speaker cable, would the mbl be a great improvement as there are no dealers near me where i can judge for myself , need help