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Shindo and Joule Electra Preamps

Hello,

Has anyone moved from using Joule Electra preamp (say LA 150 or 300) to Shindo preamp (Aurieges or Monbrisson)? or vice-versa? Please share your impressions. Did you find the difference to be subtle or significant? I know it is subjective, yet I am interested in learning more about your experience with both preamps.

Thanks for your time.
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fjn04
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I have not, but just want to make a general statement.
I believe the JE LA 150 mk 2 or 3 is around 7-8K, while
the LA-300 ME is like 15K. A good phono stage w/ either
of these would be another 5K. Shouldn't you be comparing
these to a Massetto or V-R preamp. None of my business,
but comparing these to an Aurieges wouldn't seem fair.
fjn04
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No worries. Not saying you shouldn't make the comparison,
but just thought it was worth mentioning. Do you require
a phono stage.
fjn04
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"FJN04 can you post the link to the audiophile rulebook? I am interested in how much of a price difference there can be before a comparison is no longer allowed. Is it based on a dollar value or is it a % thing?"

There is no rulebook, the OP can compare any preamp he would like. I just thought the OP should take in to consideration which units have phono stages, and then compare them accordingly. Just a for instance: The LAP-150 mk.2 price actually falls right between a Monbrison and a Masseto. If you ad a good phono to the LA 300 ME, that may put it in the V-R territory price wise. I would listen to both lines, if given the opportunity.
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