WTB: Preamp of some sort!

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rnp614
rnp614 Posts: 598
edited May 2005 in Wanted (WTB) Classifieds
Well after this asinine ordeal with the last preamp, I believe I'm going to get a refund...so that leaves me at square one which is needing a stereo preamp of some sort. I'm basically in the 250-350ish range and so if you guys have some things you're looking to sell let me know! If I can get in on some tubage that'd be cool but I'm entertaining all offers.
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  • Airplay355
    Airplay355 Posts: 4,298
    edited May 2005
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    http://cls.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?preatube&1117902097 ....you didn't seriously expect us to actually stick to your budget did you? haahaa
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  • rnp614
    rnp614 Posts: 598
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    yeah 400 is basically the REAL max, but interesting...I'd think about that preamp but because it has the word Philly in it there's no way in hell I could ever buy it. (Don't ask long story...aequitas would understand)
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  • McLoki
    McLoki Posts: 5,231
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    Any idea what a yamaha c-85 pre-amp would sell for? I have one in ok shape. Top of the line back when stereo was your only option...... :)

    I would rate it in fair shape. Purchased in the late 80's to run my SDA1b's (with matching m-85). If interested I will snap a few pics and post them.

    Michael
    Mains.............Polk LSi15 (Cherry)
    Center............Polk LSiC (Crossover upgraded)
    Surrounds.......Polk LSi7 (Gloss Black - wood sides removed and crossovers upgraded)
    Subwoofers.....SVS 25-31 CS+ and PC+ (both 20hz tune)
    Pre\Pro...........NAD T163 (Modded with LM4562 opamps)
    Amplifier.........Cinepro 3k6 (6-channel, 500wpc@4ohms)
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited May 2005
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    Carver C-11. $250 + shipping. I am the only owner and I have never used it.

    I hear you loud and clear about ANYTHING with the word "Philly" in it.

    George Grand (of the Jersey Grands)
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,020
    edited May 2005
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    B&K PT5 can be picked up in that range. (I'm not selling mine)
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • rnp614
    rnp614 Posts: 598
    edited May 2005
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    How would you guys compare the Dodd ELP and the Audio Experience Symphonies preamps? They're right about in the same range and both are tube pres.
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  • Pauly
    Pauly Posts: 4,519
    edited May 2005
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    Originally posted by rnp614
    How would you guys compare the Dodd ELP and the Audio Experience Symphonies preamps? They're right about in the same range and both are tube pres.
    Heard and read about the Dodd and is suppose to be a great amp for the price. i am personally running the AE and love it. First tube from SS. Its all about your ears so if you find a deal on either then go for it.

    Pauly
    Life without music would♭
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  • rnp614
    rnp614 Posts: 598
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    Its hard to say which would be better for more modern music. Would you guys with tubes find that the tube advantage is with more of the jazz/classical or do they just sound great on all types of music?
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  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
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    Tubes always sound great although that C-11 is a great deal at the price!
    madmax
    Vinyl, the final frontier...

    Avantgarde horns, 300b tubes, thats the kinda crap I want... :D
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  • Pauly
    Pauly Posts: 4,519
    edited May 2005
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    Originally posted by rnp614
    Its hard to say which would be better for more modern music. Would you guys with tubes find that the tube advantage is with more of the jazz/classical or do they just sound great on all types of music?
    ****, you find the right tubes that fit your jams and its on like a bowl of flan :)

    Pauly
    Life without music would♭
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  • rnp614
    rnp614 Posts: 598
    edited May 2005
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    good to know. I think I'm going to drop the bomb on some Dodd lovin'.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,576
    edited May 2005
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    You won't be sorry.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • faster100
    faster100 Posts: 6,124
    edited May 2005
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    Nope, Like that commercial, I'm loveing it!! :D
    MY HT RIG:
    Sherwood p-965
    Sherwood sd871 dvd
    Rotel 1075 amp x5
    LSI15 mains
    LsiC center
    LSIfx surround backs
    Lsi7 side surrounds
    SVS pb12/plus2

    2 Channel Rig:

    nad 1020 Pre-amp
    Rotel 1080 stereo amp
    Polk sda 2B
    kenwood grunt Tuner
    realistic lab 450 TT
    Signal cable IC
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  • rnp614
    rnp614 Posts: 598
    edited May 2005
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    I hate you forever for quoting that horrible McDonalds BS! :eek: :o;):p
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  • unc2701
    unc2701 Posts: 3,587
    edited May 2005
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    Gimme a week and I can let you know about AE symphonies VS Dodd... Mine's supposed to ship today or tomorrow. As for the AE, I'm still breaking it in/ tweaking around with it, but so far I'm very pleased- It's dead quiet, solid construction and has no trouble with the fairly low input impedence on my Adcom 555. This is my first foray into tube pre's (outside of guitar/ recording gear) and I already like it better then just about any SS pre I've used.
    Gallo Ref 3.1 : Bryston 4b SST : Musical fidelity CD Pre : VPI HW-19
    Gallo Ref AV, Frankengallo Ref 3, LC60i : Bryston 9b SST : Meridian 565
    Jordan JX92s : MF X-T100 : Xray v8
    Backburner:Krell KAV-300i
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  • jawhog
    jawhog Posts: 444
    edited May 2005
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    To help out Michael (and maybe others), can someone look up the blue book on the Yamaha C-85? Thanks.
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  • Airplay355
    Airplay355 Posts: 4,298
    edited May 2005
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    Retail
    MSRP: $850.00
    USED: $150.00
    Wholesale
    Mint: $85.00
    Average: $50.00
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  • McLoki
    McLoki Posts: 5,231
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    Originally posted by Airplay355
    Retail
    MSRP: $850.00
    USED: $150.00
    Wholesale
    Mint: $85.00
    Average: $50.00

    Thanks for the prices. I would rate mine in Average condition and based on the way it sounds I would purchase it for $50. Guess it stays, sorry... :D:D

    Michael
    Mains.............Polk LSi15 (Cherry)
    Center............Polk LSiC (Crossover upgraded)
    Surrounds.......Polk LSi7 (Gloss Black - wood sides removed and crossovers upgraded)
    Subwoofers.....SVS 25-31 CS+ and PC+ (both 20hz tune)
    Pre\Pro...........NAD T163 (Modded with LM4562 opamps)
    Amplifier.........Cinepro 3k6 (6-channel, 500wpc@4ohms)
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