In the worst case, I can do an exchange. I'm not worried about that, really.Originally Posted by DSJR
You'll have to ask Glenn about that one
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In the worst case, I can do an exchange. I'm not worried about that, really.You'll have to ask Glenn about that one
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Well said Dimitri
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I don't think so because the difference is in superior parts and as the amps are hard-wired, this isn't feasible.
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Thanks for the info Dave ! Oh well, I'll see when time comes. Perhaps Glenn can keep the box and change everything inside ?
In the worst case, I'll sell it. For its price, I can't loose much, can I ?
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Sorry but it's not possible as the amp is built inside and attached to the case and sockets - there is no PCB. To remove the guts and replace with the Micro 25 insides would be a much bigger job than building one from scratch. Have a look inside and you will see what I mean.
Anyway, as you say, you can't lose much.
Personally, I would stick with it and put any spare cash towards one of Glenn's superb power amps.
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Ah...yes. I always forget this.
I will follow your advise. Thanks Dave.
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hardwired equipment is alot easier to upgrade than ones with pcbs
i don't see why this croft preamp shouldn't be any different.
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If you are very handy with a soldering iron, have a good grasp of electronics and don't mind changing most of the components inside the Croft, I'm sure it can be done. However, I would suggest that it's not the sort of thing the average Hi-Fi purchaser would be capable of doing.
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