Thank you very much for the responses. I've decided to pursue tube preamp options and will go with Lostbears suggestions i.e. select a preamp after listening to it in my system and with a plan to upgrade the power amp later.
What are good preamp upgrades from Adcom GFP-565?
I am using an Adcom GFP-565 that I purchased from an AudiogoNer 2 years ago. The unit turned out to be faulty, but at least the CD input worked. None of the other inputs work. I was forced to live with it because I was strapped for cash and could not afford to buy a replacement. It has become worse and even the CD input is starting to act up.
I want to purchase a new pre-amp and so far I am considering a Peachtree Audio iDecco and also a used Audio Research. However, I am worried about cost of replacement tubes with the Audio Research. What else should I consider? My budget is $1,000. Does NOT have to be tube.
Current system is:
Cambridge Audio 540C CD Player
Adcom GFP-565 Preamp
Adcom GFA-555II Power Amp
Infinity Beta 20 Speakers
I want to purchase a new pre-amp and so far I am considering a Peachtree Audio iDecco and also a used Audio Research. However, I am worried about cost of replacement tubes with the Audio Research. What else should I consider? My budget is $1,000. Does NOT have to be tube.
Current system is:
Cambridge Audio 540C CD Player
Adcom GFP-565 Preamp
Adcom GFA-555II Power Amp
Infinity Beta 20 Speakers
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