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Best Preamp = No Preamp?
Not really. Either the dac or an integrated amplifier incorporates the preamp gainstage. So one isn't actually ridding a stage but placing it in another location.However, lack of physical space will limit the quality, especially a tube analog gain... 
Cable INteracion Question
A further observation.Whenever a component is modified, extreme care must be taken to make sure the component will not oscillate under ANY conditions. Changing resistor values or ridding of certain components, such as resistors, can cause unexpect... 
Cable INteracion Question
The problem is not the "V" ICs, Pabelson. If the sound is like hiss between FM stations, then the problem sounds like an RF oscillation from the amp. The amp was modified, which could easily be the problem. SS amps are very sensitive and one needs... 
Review: SAS Audio Labs 10A active pre-amp Tube preamp
Dear Nrchy, Dave Ellis is in the initial stages of setting up an "audiofest" in Chicago for Oct 4-6. I am seriously considering attending. Any chance you and some Madison friends attending? Although hotel rooms are infamous, maybe I can tame it so... 
Review: SAS Audio Labs 10A active pre-amp Tube preamp
Dear Nrchy, Thanks for the review Nrchy. I think, though, one has to remember that this was more of a social event than serious audition. Actually, the three ladies sound quite nice. If you ever want to come down for a serious audition, you are mo...