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Wyred STP-SE vs high end tube pre?

Has anyone replaced a high end tube pre with a Wyred STP-SE and been satified with the performance? I am considering replacing an Air Tight ATC2 in order to gain the HT bypass. The reports sound promising (don't they always). I am aware of the tube pre's that offer HT bypass (Cary SLP-05, McIntosh, 4300, ARC, etc). Was looking at the Wyred as a potential way to save some $ and get equivalent level of performance.
I am using MC-402 amp for L-R for home theater application and Viva Aurora SET for 2 channel. Thanks for any insights.
tellefsen

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tellefsen OP
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I appreciate the input. It is one of those things I would like to be true (since I get some simplification and save some $), but I suspect will not pan out. I may just try to pick one up here on the Gon to try it our and limit my potential loses if it does not work out.
I forgot to mention that I have a tube phono stage build by Tom Tutay (US Air Tight repair guy and well respected tube designer). Spinning vinyl through that combo with the Viva amps is pretty special. Not too bad with the McIntosh 402 either.
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