Quick question about PrimaLuna Prologue Two


Hi all. I am currently deciding between the PrimaLuna Prologue One and Two. I love the warmth, roundness and smooth nature of the PL1 (especially the midrange). The PL2 has better bass control, yes, but I find its mids and highs a little too forward - attributed to the KT88 I believe. I have a few quick questions about the PL2 though:

- I have often read that people use the PL2 with EL34's. Seeing as the PL2 is KT88 optimized, does it drive the EL34 slightly harder or differently than how the PL1 would?
- similar to the above, will the smooth midrange of the PL1 be carried over the PL2 if EL34's are rolled in it?
- if the amp will be used primarily with EL34's, are the upgrades worth opting for the PL2 over the PL1 (Solen caps and fast acting diodes)?

Thanks in advance,
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xenithon

Showing 1 response by xenithon

Hi there and thanks for the reply.

So in your experience, the PL2 works well with the EL34? I have also come across impressions that a lot of the PL2's forwardness may be attributed to the stock 12AX7 - have you perhaps rolled those and found other tubes (e.g., NOS 12AX7's and 5751's) to help sweeten the sound?

All the best,
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