Shindo and Joule Electra Preamps


Hello,

Has anyone moved from using Joule Electra preamp (say LA 150 or 300) to Shindo preamp (Aurieges or Monbrisson)? or vice-versa? Please share your impressions. Did you find the difference to be subtle or significant? I know it is subjective, yet I am interested in learning more about your experience with both preamps.

Thanks for your time.
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Hi Fjn04, Your point is valid. It is not fair(based on list price) to compare Aurieges with JE LA 150 MKII SE.
No worries. Not saying you shouldn't make the comparison,
but just thought it was worth mentioning. Do you require
a phono stage.
Just a FYI here so you have accurate info on the retail pricing of Joule gear:

- LA-150MKII (line stage pre): $5,250 retail (no MkIII version of this preamp)
- LA-150SE (line stage preamp): $6,995 retail
- LA-300ME (line stage pre): $11,995 retail
- LAP-150MKII (includes on-board OPS-1 phono stage with power supply in separate chassis): $9,600
FJN04 can you post the link to the audiophile rulebook? I am interested in how much of a price difference there can be before a comparison is no longer allowed. Is it based on a dollar value or is it a % thing?
As a new Shindo Aureigies-L owner, who was recently eyeing a used Joule, I am interested in this comparison. I don't think my preamp will be leaving my system for the foreseeable future, but I am curious.