Belles 22A Tube Preamplifier

trav0810
trav0810 Posts: 1,056
edited May 2014 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
I had just recently purchased this, but unfortunately unforseen financial upheaval has forced me to sell. This is a BEAUTIFUL unit, perfect cosmetically and functionally. Comes with original box and full function remote. (Power/Volume/Input control) $1200 Shipped CONUS


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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,596
    edited May 2014
    Prayers sent your way Travis for whats going on!

    If I could buy this I would just so you know....
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  • headrott
    headrott Posts: 5,496
    edited May 2014
    That's a beautiful pre-amp Travis. If it sounds remotely as good or better then the Belles 21A pre-amp, someone should snag this now.

    I'm sorry you have to sell this Belles. I pray you get through the finacial hardship quickly Travis.
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  • trav0810
    trav0810 Posts: 1,056
    edited May 2014
    Thanks to both of you for the support! Life is cyclic. Sometimes we are at the top of the game, other times...we take a shot to the nuts!

    The Belles is a great unit. I have worked toward a piece of this quality for the last few years. It would be Stellar with a better set of tubes. The New production Tung Sols aren't the best. If I manage to sell this, I will buy the Dared off of George and still be able to pay a few bills without having to completely move away from a tube pre.
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    White Lightning Moonshine DIY Speaker Cables and Interconnects
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited May 2014
    Wishing you the best,,, btw,, my dared is special,,you'll hear
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  • dragon1952
    dragon1952 Posts: 4,907
    edited May 2014
    Great price on this pre from what I've seen.
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  • trav0810
    trav0810 Posts: 1,056
    edited May 2014
    dragon1952 wrote: »
    Great price on this pre from what I've seen.

    Better buy it quickly then! LOL
    The difference between genius and stupidity is; genius has its limits.” -Albert Einstein

    Sony Playstation 3 for CD and Streaming
    Thorens TD320
    Modified Carver C-1
    Carver TFM 42 and 45 Amplifiers
    Polk RTA15TL Speakers w/Decato mods
    White Lightning Moonshine DIY Speaker Cables and Interconnects
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,334
    edited May 2014
    Awesome pre, wish I had a place for it..
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  • NJPOLKER
    NJPOLKER Posts: 3,474
    edited May 2014
    Very nice. That bad boy would make a nice mate to my Belles 350A hhmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

    George???????????????????????????? Are you awake?? LMAO
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited May 2014
    Hell yes,, I will be talking to you,,say Tuesday,,,don't get any ideas,,fwiw,,belles pre and amp are bad juju:twisted:
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited May 2014
    Guys,, my comment above is directed at the Drewmeister-- the Belles line of tubed preamps are very good,,I still own my Belles 20A,,the one for sale in this thread is an exceptional piece of gear,,if you are on the fence,, then I suggest you take the plunge,,don't dip a toe,, go all in,,you won't regret it!!

    Edit-- Belles gear goes well together,nuff said!
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  • deronb1
    deronb1 Posts: 5,021
    edited May 2014
    Hope all is well Travis
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  • trav0810
    trav0810 Posts: 1,056
    edited May 2014
    Thanks guys. I appeeac iate your concern, support and good vibes. I may have this unit sold, I will know by Monday for sure.
    The difference between genius and stupidity is; genius has its limits.” -Albert Einstein

    Sony Playstation 3 for CD and Streaming
    Thorens TD320
    Modified Carver C-1
    Carver TFM 42 and 45 Amplifiers
    Polk RTA15TL Speakers w/Decato mods
    White Lightning Moonshine DIY Speaker Cables and Interconnects
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  • trav0810
    trav0810 Posts: 1,056
    edited May 2014
    The local sale did not go through. This unit is still for sale. Since I am downgrading, and not getting out of audio all together, I will need equipment to replace what I am selling. I plan on replacing this unit with George's Dared. I also just sold my beloved Tannoy amplifier, so I am in the market for a new amp as well. Something in the $500 range and I would be willing to take a good amp on partial trade!
    The difference between genius and stupidity is; genius has its limits.” -Albert Einstein

    Sony Playstation 3 for CD and Streaming
    Thorens TD320
    Modified Carver C-1
    Carver TFM 42 and 45 Amplifiers
    Polk RTA15TL Speakers w/Decato mods
    White Lightning Moonshine DIY Speaker Cables and Interconnects
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  • trav0810
    trav0810 Posts: 1,056
    edited May 2014
    Sold to IndyHawg!
    The difference between genius and stupidity is; genius has its limits.” -Albert Einstein

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    Thorens TD320
    Modified Carver C-1
    Carver TFM 42 and 45 Amplifiers
    Polk RTA15TL Speakers w/Decato mods
    White Lightning Moonshine DIY Speaker Cables and Interconnects
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