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Recommendations for a tubed preamp

I'm looking for a tube preamp that would pair well with my Lampizator Big 7 DAC and Coda S5.5 amp. My speakers are Joseph Audio Pulsars.

I've been considering the LTA MicroZOTL, but unfortunately it's only available in the U.S., and I'm based in Europe. My second option was the Qualiton C200, but there are almost no reviews online, and I’m worried it might be hard to resell later on.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated — thanks!

gabriel123
gabriel123 OP
91 posts
 

I found MicroZOTL documentation probably with a good explanation... 

"Your preamplifier can be adjusted to operate at 115V or 230V (nominal) by removing the top cover and adjusting the AC mains selector switch located on the IEC inlet PCB." 

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mclinnguy
1,077 posts
 

That is easy. I know the Coda on the way to you has a plug you pull on the back and reinsert to switch voltages. 

sls883
1,056 posts
 

I'm running a Linear Tube Audio MicroZOTL preamp with a Coda No 8 V1 amp.  I'm very happy with it. 

sfgak
210 posts
 

My friend from Canada is coming to Europe and could take his LTA to check it out with my system but we’re not sure if there’s any easy way to switch voltage from 120V to 230V.

There is a simple switch to change the voltage -- it couldn't be easier. My LTA microZOTL L3 is on a ship right now from the USA to my new home in Europe. And as @jacoblta stated, they ship to Europe anyway. 

hoytis
128 posts
 

I second the call for EAR 868. It's been end game for me. Absolutely stunning.

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