End Game Phono Preamp (tube)
Before you say ALLNIC a few caveats - I will only be using one TT so only need one input (MC). ALLNIC has up to 4 which is a lot of extra engineering I don't need and don't want to pay for. I'm coming from a very much loved Hagerman Trumpet MC with all the finest (to my ears) NOS tubes, external linear power supply, upgraded footers. It sounds terrific but I just have to scratch that itch to see if I can do better. If the only improvement I'll be getting by going up the food chain is less hiss, well, I can live with the existing hiss truthfully. I'd be expecting improved imaging, depth, resolution, cymbal decay beauty. Maybe I have it all now... if anyone has first hand experience with the Trumpet and can with an informed opinion offer a better option I'm all ears (hehe).
Not having a website puts a huge damper on researching, sales, and reviews. Maybe NVO wants small about of sales and manufacturing of units like Decware who’s overloaded 3yrs out. Reminds me to get on their waitlist list for my foray into low watt tube midrange magic while keeping a lid on tube rolling expenditures. NVO SPA-One SE 14 tubed phono - Wow, they’re up to version 14 from the last published version 2? |
UPDATE: I've identified clearly what I seek if I were to move on from the Hagerman (which I now believe I'm keen to do): Greater clarity. Cleaner imaging. Less low mid emphasis + somewhat tubby bass. In short - resolution. With better depth. If any aspect of soundstage that can be improved upon I'm all for it. Now what say community? (This discussion has been fantastic for me so thank you - hopefully it'll also provide insight for other researchers). I'll modify my initial position to now also ask: OK if I just say F-it and went for a ALLNIC H-7000 is that the right move? |
