Take a breath, relax and wait for a Joule Electra LA-100 Mark iii or one of the late Judd Barber’s other masterpieces comes onto the market. They’re out there, some in great shape and in your price range. You’ll be hard pressed to find a less-than-stellar review of his pre’s I just acquired a Mark iii for $1500, which seems to be a fair deal, and I couldn’t be happier.
Tube Preamp
I started the discussion about replacing my Adcom 555. I would now like to move the advice to a tube preamp that has the capability to tie in my signal processor. I'm using a Parasound Halo A21 power amp... recommended here ... and my AR 303a speakers that I have had for years. . I would love to keep the number under $1500 if possible,
To preface I like to listen loud and boost the freqs that I like. My Adcom has been labeled not "musical" Any help much appreciated and thanks!
To preface I like to listen loud and boost the freqs that I like. My Adcom has been labeled not "musical" Any help much appreciated and thanks!