New Schiit Freya or used Conrad Johnson PV-10AL/BL, or?

Looking to buy a line stage tube preamp with an $800 budget. Considering the options. I can use this preamp with either a Vincent SP-331 or McIntosh MC2200, whichever is a better match.

kalali06-02-2017 12:07pm

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kdude66 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,200 posts 06-03-2017 at 12:46am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Kalali, George is spot on on his analysis,your best choice for under 1k is the Freya.Can be used in passive or tube gain mode and definitely sound better than the cj or Mac. I had a Freya but didn't really like it and sent it back for a refund during the trial period.I'm a very picky and fussy audiophile,Might work great for you. At your price point I can't think of any other than a Freya,Your always taking a chance with the older gear. Best of luck to you, Kenny.
kdude66 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,200 posts 06-04-2017 at 02:30am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Kalali, If you doubled your budget,you might want to look at the Linear tube audio MZ2s.Lot's of good reviews either professional or users on this one.I have one on order but won't get it for 2 weeks,the only drawback is the remote only controls volume but if it sounds as good as what I'm reading I can live with that. Kenny.

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