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    Bigman80 Guest

    Default WTD - Active Preamp

    Hi all,

    Looking for an active preamp. Would prefer something solid state i think. Would consider valves too

    No Phonostage necessary. RCA inputs and outputs ARE necessary.

    Budget is around £500

    Open to suggestions too.

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    This is DIY territory IMO, would be tempted by a Pass DCB1. Haven’t been up to date recently on what kits and stuff are on DIYAudio, but would take a look.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Yomanze View Post
    This is DIY territory IMO, would be tempted by a Pass DCB1. Haven’t been up to date recently on what kits and stuff are on DIYAudio, but would take a look.
    That is on my radar. I wanted the mesmerize boards but they aren't in stock.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bigman80 View Post
    Looking for an active preamp. Would prefer something solid state i think.
    Have a look for a Forte Model 2. Yes, it's a Nelson Pass design and sounds remarkably good. I should have kept mine.

    It also has one of the best inbuilt phono stages around.

    You'll want one if you read this bit of info here: https://forum.audiogon.com/discussio...ort_order=desc

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    I have a WD Pre3 and Psu3. A valve preamp that uses massive output transformers in order to have a very low output impedance. Can post some pics if you are interested?

    £500 + delivery - it’s quite heavy.
    ~Paul~

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    Quote Originally Posted by Primalsea View Post
    I have a WD Pre3 and Psu3. A valve preamp that uses massive output transformers in order to have a very low output impedance. Can post some pics if you are interested?

    £500 + delivery - it’s quite heavy.
    Ye, post some pics. Not in any rush to pull the trigger so will keep my options open for a little while.

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    Will do, cheers geoff
    Quote Originally Posted by walpurgis View Post
    Have a look for a Forte Model 2. Yes, it's a Nelson Pass design and sounds remarkably good. I should have kept mine.

    It also has one of the best inbuilt phono stages around.

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    Hmm. I'm just pondering if I should consider parting with my VTL Deluxe valve pre-amp. It's a fabulous sounding thing.

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    Hi Oliver
    Keep your eyes open for an adcom gfp-750.
    It should be in your budget and is a stonker, much overlooked but fantastic.

    Steve...
    Turntable; Rega p8
    Cartridge; Alpheta mc
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    Amplifier; Rega Elicit
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    Quote Originally Posted by walpurgis View Post
    Hmm. I'm just pondering if I should consider parting with my VTL Deluxe valve pre-amp. It's a fabulous sounding thing.
    Have a ponder.

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