Following. I have a Schiit Freya + with Belles Aria monoblocks into Vandersteen 3a Signatures. Wondering what an upgrade from the Freya would be. I’ve heard the Belles Aria Signature integrated at Audio Connection and thought it was excellent. Have thought about pulling the trigger on Signature preamp but also interested in Rogue or LTA for tubes and Benchmark or SPL for solid state. I have a mix of balanced and single ended connections now so looking for something with both. What dealer are you working with?
which should I get Rogue RP5, Hegel P20, Belles Aria Preamp, Audible Illusion Modulus 3B
First of all, I will be auditioning and comparing all of the above next week, and although ears are the best judge, I would like readers to comment on their experience with any of these units. SQ, service, tube quality and life, and other pro and cons. I believe that the new Belles Signature (or virtuoso) preamp will be included to the audition. Thanks for your comments...
My system consist of
- Belles virtuoso 200wpc dual amp
- Vandersteen 2ce sig
- Linn LP12 , Lingo 3, Itok LVII, Ortofon 2M Black
- Auralic 1C streamer
- Kimber 8tc bi wire speaker cables
- Audioquest Red River audio connects
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@lobinero congrats on the new preamp! Audio Connection is the best. John is one of a kind and Jeff is great to work with. I’m also thinking my next speaker upgrade will be Treo CTs. I love the 3a’s right now but that Treo CT is special. I’d love to jump to the Quattro CT, which I’ve heard a few times at AC, but just too much $, even demo or used. Enjoy that Belles combo — I’m sure it sounds amazing, even before really burning in. |