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Hi all, I am on a quest for the best preamp solution for my set-up - Leak Stereo 20 / Denafrips Aries+BluesoundNode / Garrard 401 / Minimax Phono/ various carts - (Koetsu and Lyra) with Goodmans Axiom 301 in Sherwood Cabinets. I’ve been through a few Preamps lately, a beautifully rebuilt Leak Stereo Pre, a Khosmo Pre, and the pre -out from my Sugden A21 and Masterclass. As per the story of goldilocks, one is too cool, the other too warm, one too rich, one too coloured. The passive is definitely offering a certain transparency that I haven’t heard before though compared to an active but the active adds some ‘heft’ I’m really interested in trying a TVC and have been lusting after one of the Dave Slagle designed units but its very difficult to trial one given they are made in the US. Other options are similarly far away. Does anyone have a TVC type preamp that they would countenance letting me try in my system in exchange for being part of the experimentation. I suspect it may be a solution from what I’ve read in various posts… but I’ve learnt not to believe all i read and its costly punt.. Thanks

Further Information: For Sale is the excellent Burson 3X Grand Tourer Headphone and Stereo Preamp. I bought this second hand via audioconnection and used this as a preamp connected to my Burson TimeKeeper GT monoblocks, a pair of 300B valve amps, and also my Audeze LCD-X headphones. This is definitely more than a headphone amp, it is a small footprint preamp and excellent headphone amp. I am only selling as I upgraded to the Burson Voyager Preamp in January this year. Note: this is not the late 2023 version of the soloist 3X GT which includes the modular power supply. Also included in the sale price is the optional Burson Super Charger 5A power supply, which was purchased separately from Burson This preamp currently has the Burson v6 Vivid op amps, which could be upgraded to the new Burson v7 Pro vivid or classic op amps that are due for release very soon. I have the original Burson double boxes (branded inner white box for this and can include in either a 3rd outer box or shrink wrap. I believe it is also possible to purchase replacement red coloured buttons and volume knob (for cosmetic looks), but I was happy with the all silver look

Further Information: I bought this preamp to elevate my listening experience in conjunction with a nice Quad power amplifier. By using old Mullard valves, I got a richer and warmer sound. However, I am selling this unit with the standard Chinese tubes. It has some signs of usage, please study the photos.

Further Information: Powerful Class A Fully Balanced Headphone Amp / ESS9038 DAC x 2 / Preamp combo made in Australia Bought this year. Still under Warranty. Perfect condition. 7.5W Class A XLR / 3.75W SE ESS9038 DAC x2 Bluetooth 5.0 XMOS USB DSD512 4x V6 VIVID Opamps Open to trades for other Head-fi equipment.

Further Information: Great sounding preamp in perfect condition. Only selling due to upgrade. I have the original box, but not the manual, but it's easily downloaded. Happy to demo or post.

Further information: Beautiful sounding 300B preamp. Detailed, rich sounding, great sound staging. With receipt and manual. The sound is sweet, moving and powerful, the sound field is deep and wide, the dynamics are high, the high and low output can be matched with different post-stages. Easy on the ears and playability is extremely high. Some blemishes on the vol knob. New 300B tube. Comes with manual. Welcome to test it before purchase. Check out the link for reviews. Take note that the review is for Mark 2 but the item being sold here is mark 1. But it can give a good indication. Use Google Chrome for auto translate the website to English. http://www.soundmaster.com.hk/products.php?c=163&productId=983 83 Photos: PLEASE READ If you include any reference to pricing whatsoever in this section (excluding RRP), your ad will not be approved Do not include Whatsapp or Phone Numbers in your post. You can exchange contact information via Private Message If you are advertising multiple items, you must post one bulk price only, or post seperate ads for each item When your item is SOLD, please use the Report as Sold button. Do not edit and delete the ad content. If you don't include photographs of the actual item being sold, your ad will not be approved

Further information: Great unit which i have been using for the last 6 months. Only selling because i have a new Burson Composer 3x Performance Item is in great condition and comes with box and power cord. Welcome to test before you buy. Pick up Maribyrnong Vic 3032, organise post at your expense for interstate buyers. Photos: PLEASE READ If you include any reference to pricing whatsoever in this section (excluding RRP), your ad will not be approved If you are advertising multiple items, you must post one bulk price only, or post seperate ads for each item If you don't include photographs of the actual item being sold, your ad will not be approved You understand that a reasonable donation for selling fees is expected upon successful sale of your item - if you have previously sold items and not made a donation, your advertisement may not be approved.

For sale MASTER series Audio-GD NOS 11 fully balanced class A headphone/Preamp/DAC with 4xPCM1704UK chips. Full description can be found under link http://www.audio-gd.com/Pro/NOS/NOS11/NOS11EN.htm. The gear is in perfect working order, never missed a bit, I have never opened it to change anything or any settings. I am replacing/upgrading it with separate components. Auditions are welcome and recommended. Item is heavy, shipping might be possible.

Further information: For sale, a one of a kind 4 channel out Cabernet Dual 6SN7 preamplifier. This is ideal for biamp situations or people with subwoofers they want to correctly drive with line level inputs as there is complete isolation between the two sets of outputs as they have their own separate gain stages. See: http://www.supratek.com.au/ and note normal pricing there is in USD. The Supratek preamps are extremely good value being locally made in Australia, and every single one is a custom build from scratch with the customer's unique requirements in mind. This particular one was built in Jan 2018 and sent back to Mick originally because the high gain of my power amps made for significant hum, leading to a complete redesign of the gain stages, and he blogged on this particular change here: http://supratekaudio.blogspot.com/2018/03/were-back.html This upgraded version is extremely quiet by comparison. Their sound has been described as "beguiling" with one of the finest midranges at any price, exceptional 3D imaging and body, and excellent microdynamics. This model does NOT have a warm romantic sound, but are a tube roller's dream with a 5AR4 rectifier, 6SN7 based gain stages, two completely separate 6L6GC regulated power supplies for each channel, a two box unit with the power supply separate from the gain stages, balanced as well as unbalanced inputs and outputs, separately adjustable gain for the two sets of outputs, and a rudimentary remote control (note the on/off button on the remote control is to turn off the remote control, NOT the preamp.) Included in the price is a set of high gain, low noise, low microphony, matched 1970s NOS Sovtek 6SN7s with less than 200 hours on them, a spare new 5AR4, solid state rectifier (for emergency use only), 7581As as alternative power regulator tubes, and the Herbie's dampers as seen in the images. All original packaging is included, and I should be able to road freight it to any major centre in the country. Photos: Note, there are NO scratches on the chrome, it's just very difficult to get it completely dust free for a photo and the camera shows every little spec of dust.

Further information: NAD C160 Preamp I bought this from an SNA stalwart to tide me over whilst my Sansui was being repaired. Great sounding preamp it does have a remote. I never used and am not sure it works. It is in pretty decent condition (see pics) and works perfectly. It doesn't have original box but it will be well packed if shipped. Comes with manual. Thanks for looking and feel free to PM with any questions cheers chris Photos: PLEASE READ If you include any reference to pricing whatsoever in this section (excluding RRP), your ad will not be approved If you are advertising multiple items, you must post one bulk price only, or post seperate ads for each item If you don't include photographs of the actual item being sold, your ad will not be approved You understand that a reasonable donation for selling fees is expected upon successful sale of your item - if you have previously sold items and not made a donation, your advertisement may not be approved.

Further information: Hey all - I bought this off another user here a few weeks ago. Sadly - it doesn'y gel well with my main listening system, so moving it along. Here's a link to the previous ad: Photos:

Item: 4x 12AU7 Location: Singapore Price: S$60 for all Item Condition: Very good Reason for selling: Extra unused tubes Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Extra Info: Very refine and neutral vocals. Contact me by sms or whatsapp at +65 91479552. Photos (you must include photographs here):

Hi everyone, I bought a Denon PreAmp DAP-2500. Check out how the loudness dial turns counter clockwise from ‘Flat’ and an excerpt from the manual regarding its operation. is it supposed to sound better or worse at ‘Flat’, because it sounds better at Flat and something happens to the sound and it reduces the volume when I turn counterclockwise (which I think the Manual is saying that maybe it’s supposed to be sound better when turning counterclockwise). kind regards

Further information: I have owned this excellent tube preamp firsthand for about 4 years. The sound of this preamp is warm and clear. You can find plenty of information about it from the PrimaLuna website. See https://www.primaluna-usa.com/prologue-premium-preamplifier. This preamp will come with original PL tubes. One fun thing to do with this preamp is to roll rubes. To find out more about PL amps and NOS tubes, you can read the thread https://www.stereonet.com/forums/topic/508443-primaluna-owners-discussion-thread/page/2/#comments. The preamp comes in its original packaging and in excellent condition. The remote control is solid aluminum but the two rubber rings that wrap around it were broken and replaced with a cheap fix (see photo). Photos:

Selling a combo of Pre & Power, Technics C2000 & A5000 in great condition, very nice looking and beautiful sounding. Bought these from a fellow member few years back, serving me well during the time, and now is the time to change. Note: This is 100v Japanese version so a step down transformer required. I'm willing to throw a 1000va step down transformer and a Logitech universal remote control with the sale. No original packaging so local pickup preferred but I am happy to box and ship interstate at buyer's cost and risk. Any questions, please ask. Thanks for looking! TECHNICS SU-C2000 The Technics SU-C2000, released in Japan in 1993, is a handsome high-fidelity stereo control amplifier. The SU-C2000 has a frequency response of 1 Hz to 120 kHz and an impressively low level of total harmonic distortion (<0.003% THD). Its input sensitivities are 0.15mV (MC), 2.5mV (MM), and 200mV (line). One salient feature is the unit’s virtual battery operation circuitry, which prevents interference and noise from the power source. The chassis uses THCB (Technics Hybrid Construction Base), with a hard rubber base and a copper plating chassis bottom, whereby vibrational interference is minimized. The SU-C2000 is a wonderful, quality unit with fantastic specs, a great design, and outstanding sound. SPECIFICATIONS Frequency response: 1Hz to 120kHz Total harmonic distortion: 0.003% Input sensitivity: 0.15mV (MC), 2.5mV (MM), 200mV (line) Signal to noise ratio: 68dB (MC), 88dB (MM), 104dB (line) Channel separation: 55dB (line) Output: 200mV (line), 1V (Pre out), 7V (Pre out Max) Dimensions: 448 x 129 x 344mm Weight: 9.5kg https://audio-database.com/TechnicsPanasonic/amp/su-c2000-e.html TECHNICS SE-A5000 The classAA scheme is adopted as circuitry, voltage control amplifier and electric-current drive amplifier are carried in a right-and-left channel, and it has VC-4 amplifier composition which consisted of a total of four sets of amplifier. The voltage control which determines an audio property serves as a differential-amplification input stage by a one chip Dual FET, and first class amplifier of the Darlington stream composition with the output transistor of Pc150Wx2ch, and has realized the low distortion for which the threshold of a measuring instrument is pressed. Moreover, electric-current drive amplifier which drives a speaker,It consists of a high-slew-rate swing amplification stage which allotted the feed-forward type bootstrap power supply by the FET difference input, and an output stage of Pc450Wx2ch and four-step Darlington which uses the output transistor of 3 parallel. An electric current for this to obtain powerful power is supplied at the high speed 50A/mus. A total of three transformers of two power transformers for electric-current drive amplifier of each right-and-left channel and one transformer for voltage control amplifier of a right-and-left channel are carried in the power-source part. And it has perfect symmetry composition which carried out thorough exclusion of the cross interferencee of a right-and-left channel. Moreover, the mass electrolytic capacitor with a total capacity of 89,400 micro F is carried. Specifications Power output: 170 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz Total harmonic distortion: 0.007% Damping factor: 120 Input sensitivity: 1.2V Signal to noise ratio: 120dB Speaker load impedance: 4Ω (minimum) Dimensions: 480 x 207 x 475mm Weight: 34kg Year: 1990 https://audio-database.com/TechnicsPanasonic/amp/se-a5000-e.html

Up for sale is a an awesome amp/preamp combo. Amp: Audiolab 6000A - extremely clean, detailed and clinical sound. Five star reviews. (Amp can operate as a preamp, power amp or integrated) Preamp: Elekit TU-8500 - beautiful dead silent tube preamp that has rave reviews. MC and MM phono inputs. Will throw in 2 x matched NOS JAN GE 12au7 tubes, and the stock JJs, both barely been used (I upgraded to telefunkens immediately) These two pieces of kit compliment each beautifuly and sound amazing. The preamp works with the clinical sound of the Audiolab perfectly. Will also throw in a Wireworld Stream 8 rca to rca (50cm). Note the speaker cable in the pic is NOT included in the sale. Both bought new in July 2021 and well looked after. Like new condition. They easily power my Bryston A2 floorstanders. Only selling as I have the bug and want to try mono blocks. Pick up on the lower NSW central coast (Tascott) and welcome to audition. Otherwise pick up also available from Balmain NSW, but can’t audition. Photos: L

Further information: Audiolab 6000A in silver. Not much needs to be said about this excellent amplifier. As new with box. Purchased new only 9 month ago, but bought some towers so have upgraded my amp. Pick up and audition available on the lower central coast (Tascott). Could also drop off anywhere between Sydney and central coast as I do the journey regularly. Also happy to post at buyers cost.

Further information: This is the flagship model of the Matrix Audio Element series. This unit is a combined Hi-Res network streamer, pre-amp, headphone amp and Digital to Analogue Converter. Element X combines years of development and tuning experience with the industry-leading ESS ES9038PRO DAC chip. Unit was purchased new November 2019 and is in great condition. It comes with remote control, original manual and power cord. Photos: PLEASE READ If you include any reference to pricing whatsoever in this section (excluding RRP), your ad will not be approved If you are advertising multiple items, you must post one bulk price only, or post seperate ads for each item If you don't include photographs of the actual item being sold, your ad will not be approved You understand that upon successful sale of your item it is expected you pay Seller's Fees. - if you have previously sold items and not made a contribution, your advertisement may not be approved.

Further information: For your consideration is my recently acquired Tortuga LDR300x V3 Active preamp. After all the upgrades and modifications I've done to it it's the second best performing pre I've had the pleasure of running ahead of the DACGEAR LDR Pre Mk.2 and marginally behind my significantly more expensive (around $6k) icOn 4PRO Slagleformer based pre. I originally sourced the Tortuga pre due to its ability to provide additional current drive into two separate power amplifiers for bi-amping so if looking to output to more than one amp this is the unit for you. This unit has 2x selectable outputs which can be output to either individually or both at once, and 3x inputs all controllable from the Apple Remote. The USB on the rear of the unit is for firmware updates. Something which was invaluable as being an early production unit there were a number of issues which were promptly fixed in a later firmware release upon my feedback. It has the following upgrades which are part of the listing which have lifted performance noticeably over stock. In it's stock for the DACGEAR was the more transparent unit: 1. Staccato Osh discrete OPAMP (cost about $200) 2. TeraDak linear power supply (cost about $180) 3. Synergistic Research Purple fuse (cost $320) + spare Aucharm gold/silver nanofilament immersed in mineral oil (for vibration damping) fuse (cost $180 I think?) 4. Pure silver DC umbilical with Oyaide DC plug (cost $150) Please note that a kettle lead is not included as it wouldn't fit into the box when I packed it. I won't be able to post prior to 28/03/2022 as I'm currently in isolation. Questions welcomed.

The Audio Research SP17 preamplifier is great kit and the corner stone of my system until it was replaced by another Audio Research pre. It has provided so much listening pleasure. Purchased new from CAV here in Melbourne and supplied with a new set of Audio Research tubes. This is the model with the phono stage. Virtually unmarked except for the top right corner - see photos. Almost complete only missing the screwdriver and it needs a local power cable. Let me know if you have any queries, Nick

Item: INTEGRA DHC 9.9 a/v preamp/processor (Perth) Location: Perth (Willagee) Price: $400 firm Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: NLR Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Ready for demo for local buyers, connected to Integra DTA 70.1 ( 9 channel power amp ). Comes with original box (safe for shipping), manual ,remote and calibration mic for Audyssey. Shipping for Australia $50 Great preamp/processor if you can live without latest formats like Dolby Atmos etc. More inputs that you'll ever need,including rca and balanced. 3 zones, good value even if used just as a quality stereo preamplifier. Possible swap for pair of quality bookshelf speakers. Apologies for bad photos. https://www.soundandvision.com/preampprocessors/integra_dhc-99_surround_processor http://www.integrahometheater.com/Products/model.php?m=DHC-9.9&class=Preamplifier&source=prodClass http://www.integrahometheater.com/Products/model.php?m=DHC-9.9&class=Preamplifier&source=prodClass Manual here: http://filedepot.onkyousa.com/Files/own_manuals/SN_29344765A_DHC-9.9_En_web.pdf Pictures:

Item: Audible illusions modulus 3A preamplifier Location: blue mountains Price: 2350 ono Item Condition: very good Reason for selling: consolidation Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, transfer , Paypal +3%, COD Extra Info: stunning sounding preamp. very highly regarded and glowing reviews . this has the illustrious MC phono stage designed by famous john curl. 4X 6DJ8s - amperex bugle boys just replaced. please look online for reviews . eg the audiophile guru arthur salvatore comments in his list of reference components - " the 3 may still be the finest preamplifier with phono available today for the money" . unit is 120V . can post Pictures: Edited December 7, 2018 by anthony vinyl

Item: Musical Fidelity M6pre preamp Location: Melbourne Metro Price: $1300 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Change to tube pre Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Musical Fidelity M6pre in silver. Excellent condition with all original packaging. This pre has two fully balanced inputs and balanced outputs as well as fairly decent phono input (MM/MC) and HT bypass if you need it. Very versatile, great sounding solid state preamp. Pre-Amplifier THD(+ noise) - single ended: <0.005% THD(+ noise) - XLR Balanced: <0.004% Signal to Noise Ratio: >96dB ‘A’-weighted Frequency Response: +0, –1dB, 10Hz to 80 kHz Inputs 1x MM/MC RCA / Phono 2x XLR Balanced Line Level 4x RCA / Phono Line Level USB type ‘B’ connector for computer/PDA General Dimensions - WxHxD (mm): 440 x 126 x 400 Weight (unpacked / packed): 11.4 kg/16 kg Pictures:

Item: Yaqin SD-CD3 Valve Tube preamp. Location: Melbourne Price: $100 + postage Item Condition: Excellent, unit works perfectly, I had it placed between my CD player and AV Receiver and it sounded lovely. Just take note of the slight colorization at the base of the right valve. Reason for selling: Downsizing system. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal. Extra Info: Has 2 6N8P valves fitted, can also be fitted with 6SN7 or 6H8C type valves. Creates a warmer harmonic sound adding tube audio quality to digital audio. Pictures:

Item: Project Phono S preamplifier Location: Bunyip VIC, Southeast Melbourne Price: $99 + Shipping. (Will deliver free anywhere in Melbourne if desired, if you buy one of my other items I currently have for sale here.) Item Condition: Used, excellent, see photos Reason for selling: No longer required. Payment Method: Cash; Paypal (add 3%); Bank Transfer Extra Info: I have had this unit for about four years and it has performed with excellence the whole time. It is in excellent condition, as can be seen from the photos. Comes with power supply. I went deaf in one ear from a virus a few months ago, and have neither a need nor desire for my hi fi gear any longer. After months of deliberation, I've decided to sell it all, so please have a look at my other listings in case there is anything else you might like. You are welcome to come and pick it up from Bunyip, about 20 minutes east of Pakenham. Or I am also happy to deliver it anywhere in Melbourne for free if you prefer, if you buy one of my other items I currently have for sale here. Alternatively, shipping can be arranged at the buyer's expense. https://www.whathifi.com/pro-ject/phono-box-s/review Pictures: