Single Input Amp
I've got a gorgeous new amp.
300b parallel configuration. Transformers like anvils.
Only problem is it only has a single line in going straight to the volume pot. I believe part of the incredible sound is partly due to the simplicity of the signal paths.
So would adding 2 more inputs and a selector switch degrade the sound quality? Of course any added impedance is not great but adding switches and wires just seems to go against the amps design philosophy . . . .
I'm using a very good selector switch (silver wiring blah blah) to select between digital and vinyl and the sound is better when connecting straight to source.
Obviously this adds an extra IC as well as the wiring/switch and input terminals of the selector box.
I know we're talking fine margins here but the sound with source directly connected is so damn pure its galling to imagine doing anything to the signal . . .
Any thoughts?
System 1: - Amp - Musical Paradise MP-701 mk2 - Neurochrome 686
- Source: Audio Technica LP-5 - Custom 6V6 stage - Novafidelity X30 - Soekris 1421 (LPSU) - Custom TDA1541 C3G DAC -
- Speakers: Martin Logan Prodigy's - Subs: - REL T3's -
System 2 - Amp: Musical Paradise MP 303/Custom 300B SET - Custom 6SL7 Pre -
- Source: Pioneer N-30K - SONCOZ SGD1 -
- Speakers: Loth X BS1's - Sub: REL T3 -