Give it a try. You can always return it if you don’t like it better than the Lounge. Like anything else the proof is in the pudding!
Preamp Upgrade: Puffin vs Lounge Audio LCR Mkiii
I have the Mkiii now, and I really enjoy it. I think it pairs nicely will my almost fully upgrade KAB Technics 1200. I've always eyed the Puffin predecessor, but it was discontinued before I had a chance for a listen. Wondering if any of you had a chance to A/B these? I do swap the denon DL-110 and AT-440mla quite often, and the puffin presets intrigue me. Seems like it has quite alot to offer. It would only be a small incremental $$ upgrade to move to the puffin. What do you think?