Cary slp 90 clone from Ali express with Psvane art tubes is better than 12 preamps I’ve tested . Including rogue rp9, lta ,actual Cary pre, backert labs,vinnie Rossi ect.
It costs 300 then replace signal caps with z caps
What Tube Preamplifier Under $1800 to Choose?
Hello to all:
I have a solid state setup (upgraded McCormack DNA125, passive preamplifier, Pontus II 12th DAC, and URD CD transport), and I am thinking about acquiring a tube based preamplifier to give more warmth, bloom, and less "edgy" (smoother?) high frequencies. I see preamplifiers like the Quicksilver (12at7 tubes), or things like the Rogue RP-1 (12au7 tube output stage), and others. I am overall aiming at a slightly more smooth, warm, and less SS sounding quality (particularly in the higher frequencies). For those of you with tube & SS experience, what preamplifier would you be looking for to meet the sound criteria I am seeking? I do not want to spend much above $1800. Thanks in advance!!!
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@thecarpathian , Ha Ha on the GR’s. I bought a Rogue RP-1 and a Had Inspire in 2016. I started tube rolling and about a year later was into Telefunkens and saw ten bulk packed G-73R’s on eBay at $150 each or best offer. I offered $500 for a quad and it was accepted . In retrospect I wish I had offered less for all ten. I can’t say for sure if they are any better than the standard smooth plates or even the Tektronix as I have those too. But they are definitely quiet and I put 5 years at 10 hrs every day before they started making any noise. It was definitely money well spent. Cheers , Mike B. |
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