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SIMPLY AMAZING: Coda Technologies 07x Preamplifier

I have in-house Coda Technologies 07x preamplifier, which is the latest iteration of their '0' series linestages.  Very briefly, over the last seven years I have had over five solid state preamplifiers, price range was between 4K to 20K, in for auditioning in my system.  They were quite good, but lacked what my tube based linestages had to offer.  The solid state pieces were wickedly transparent, micro-detailed, tight accurate bass extension, and had great overall dynamics.  However, they lacked the organic timbres/tonality, 3D imaging, and the ability to create a sense of space between the players that my tube based preamplifiers produced in my system. 

So, I was concerned that based on my personal preferences that the Coda 07x might not be my "sonic cup of tea".  Boy was I wrong!  Besides, the superlative build quality, starting with the double-sided gold-plated circuit boards, and the sane prices Coda charges compared to other much more insanely priced gear, the 07x is priced at $6'500, this preamplifier has patiently shocked me regarding it might be the best synthesis between what solid state offers (transparency-clarity/low frequency extension-control/micro-details/speed-dynamics) and the best of what tubes have to offer (pristine timbres-tonality-color/holographic imaging/three-dimensional sound-staging with a sense of air around the individual instruments).

Coda always, at least in the America "flies under the radar" compared to other US manufacturers, but based on performance, build quality, and  smart evolved engineering they offer cutting edge equipment at reasonable prices that deserve to be heard by more music lovers. I'll get into all the little details in my review on the performance of the 07x, but for right now if you are thinking about purchasing a solid state linestage, consider giving Doug Dale a call to hear this very special piece.
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teajay OP
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Eric,

Another positive thread that was sharing information about an exciting new product and then you come along to try to hijack-it towards the negative.  

To bad you could not just stick to "that is all" regarding this topic/thread and keep creating your numerous own threads on any topic you want to discuss.  This is why many reviewers that I'm friendly with don't post on the forums because of the few individuals who make unpleasant remarks about them.  Most, of course not all, GON members have given a lot of support and positive feedback regarding my motivation and intention to share information on products that offer killer performance at realistic sane prices.  A few examples are Beckert Labs, Linear Tube Audio, Aric Audio, and Tekton Design.  I have professionally reviewed these companies products and then shared on threads information about them with the members.  

Coda is another company that designs and builds superlative electronics at extremely fair prices compared to the rest of the high-end market.

So, I'm sure you will deal with the "blow", can you just do it on your threads and not this one.
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Thanks for calling this preamp to our attention, Terry, and for the characteristically excellent writeup. In recent years I’ve seen some other highly experienced members here post very positive comments about some Coda products.

A minor point, but which seems worth noting: If and when you are in contact with Coda you may want to point out to them that the spec sheet for this preamp indicates a 46 db gain for its balanced outputs. Surely that is a mistake in the spec sheet, given that the preamp apparently does not include a phono stage.

Regards,
-- Al

teajay OP
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Hey Al,

Thanks for your kind words regrading the information I share on these threads.  You are extremely knowledgeable and have always enriched the forums here with your posts and comments.

I'll inform Doug Dale regarding the db gain number on the spec sheet.  One of the great features of the 07x is that you can change the output gain to match the amplifier and to get to the 'sweet spot" on the volume control.  I do know, based on a conversation with Doug, this excellent feature is not mentioned in the manual.
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