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preamps

  1. S

    VAC Preamp

    Today, I was fortunate to come across an older (2003) preamp from VAC (Valve Amplification Company). I first became aware of the company from their grandiose ballroom booth at Axpona in which they were jointly featured with Acora acoustics speakers. Of the overwhelming expanse of products...
  2. TunerLanding

    Can Using the Preamp Section of an Integrated Amplifier Compete with a Preamp?

    Hi all, I fell upon a Luxman Power Amplifier and didn’t have a preamp so I have been using my Luxman L-410 preamp phono out for temporary use with it. Preamplifiers seem scarce in Vancouver is it essential that I find a good matching preamp for competitive sound quality?
  3. dilettante

    From an old TT to a new computer, by way of an interesting preamp...how to go?

    In my case the old TT is a Technics SL-QD33 I bought new 32 years ago. But the question would apply to any TT without a built-in preamp and/or built-in USB port. I have a historically interesting central preamp with two built-in phono stages that I want to use in the path. It lies within the...
  4. funkingkyle

    Preamps under ~$800 with phono and tone control

    What do people like in this range? Thinking about replacing my old Marantz, which needs a recap, with something modern. Here's what I'm running now: Marantz 2245 (using as preamp) Kit-built (by me) ICEpower125ASX2 power amp Seas Bragi MTM kit-built (by my friend) speakers Denon DP-62L...
  5. BrianC7927

    Scott 130 Preamp Sound Issues - Are Ceracaps to Blame?

    Over the past two years I have had intermittent sounds issues on my Scott 130 preamp that have become so frequent now the unit is un-listenable. Following is a description of the issues, feedback from another AK member, and pics of the unit. At this point I want to diagnose the issue, then...
  6. arpod

    Help me understand preamp gain (and distortion)

    So as dive deeper into my audiophile journey I'm realizing that not all preamps work the same. Here's what I understand so far and please correct me if I'm wrong. Some are passive and some are active. The former put out a line level output while the latter can boost the output beyond line...
  7. greg fox

    Is a stellar unbalanced preamp good enough…?

    I’d really like a sub $2000 preamp with a good phono stage, and balanced inputs. I suppose I could do without the phono for the time being, and get an out board later. I don’t like the idea of dealing with tubes either. I’ve been considering used preamps like the Threshold SL10 or Motif MC-9 (w...
  8. Ron13a

    Sony E200ESD Pre Amplifier Question.

    I have read conflicting things on the internet. Bet you've never heard that one before! Anyway, I understand that the signals entering at the analog inputs pass through the Sony's E2000ESD analog-to-digital (A/D) converters before being processed. That sucks, however, there is a Source Direct...
  9. Richieboy71

    Polk audio rti12s

    Hi, wondering if anyone has input about what kind of amp under $600 would be sufficient to push my Polk rti12s. Just beginning my set up and would appreciate your feedback. I'm still a bit green in this area of expertise. P.s. I'm waiting on a denon 3500h avr as we speak but was advised to push...
  10. T

    Inexpensive phono pre-amps

    I noticed that when I use different cartridges (although using the same stereo receiver and TT) the ones with 'lower' mv outputs need to have more 'volume knob' applied to achieve the same listening level. It is not a MAJOR variation--but I DO notice a difference. I run all MM/MI...
    • tommieboy
    • Thread
    • mc moving magnet phono inputs preamps turnables
    • Replies: 38
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. T

    Preamp roulette

    So I am in the hunt for a preamp upgrade. I currently have two bridged MC2100s powering a complete set of Sequerra Pyramids: two each of the 8w sub, Met 7, and T9 ribbon tweeter Vinyl on a Thorens with signet cart; digital on an Oppo 105. Wide variety of listening, lots of classical. Want...
  12. JoeMae416

    Nikko Audio

    Anyone have any vintage Nikko Audio?
  13. T

    small, low cost, preamps....advice?

    I've seen small preamps, made by Pyle, that sell for less than $20, that seem to be marketed to people who have a 'newer' AV receiver--that has NO 'phono' input--so they can also run a turntable (TT) thru an 'aux' input. My question is this....I already own a 'older' receiver that has phono...
    • tommieboy
    • Thread
    • phono inputs preamp boost preamps pyle signal strenght
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Turntables
  14. fdeelros

    Marantz 3800 no audio from preamp speakers

    Hello everyone, I just got a Marantz 3800 Preamp and I hooked it up to my Accuphase P-300. The preamp was sold as is with the promise that it powered up, but there was some humming sound coming out it. for the price I paid I thought it was worth a try. Anyway, once I hooked it up, I connected...
  15. Rudefilms

    Anyone feel like recommending a preamp?

    I would love to hear about your favorite preamps! Tube, Solid, Vintage, New, Hifi, etc? I will only be using it with my turntable. I currently have a Denon DP 60L Turntable with a Marantz 1060 that I use as a preamp and 2 Marantz MA500s that power a set of Thiel CS3.6s. Is there any benefit to...
    • Rudefilms
    • Thread
    • amps denon marantz preamp preamps solid state solid state preamp tube tube preamp
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Solid State
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