Modwright SWL 9.0 SE tube linestage

Ern Dog
Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
edited January 2010 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
Selling my beloved preamp only because I've upgraded to the "Signature Edition" version.

The previous owner had the unit upgraded to have Balanced outputs! Comes with almost new pair Jan Philips tubes, remote, power cord and original packing/box. I'm rating it conservatively 8/10 condition. No scratches or blemishes. This unit is not the Signature Edition.

This preamp has won TAS Editor's Choice Award and has another excellent review by 6Moons Here.

Price is $1295 shipped within USA. I prefer money order, but can accept Paypal. Paypal add 3%. I'm also listing this on Audiogon.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited August 2009
    bump
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited August 2009
    To sweeten up the deal I'll include a pair of NOS Tung-sol 5687wb tubes under 300 hrs ($125), plus a 12' Acoustic Research Pro II power cord ($70).

    Also Price drop to $1275 shipped.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited September 2009
    Price drop to $1250 shipped!
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  • NJPOLKER
    NJPOLKER Posts: 3,474
    edited September 2009
    I like the switches.
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,502
    edited September 2009
    You'll have to pardon my toob noob lack of knowledge, but are those the tube sockets on the back of the unit beside the "Output to Amplifier" connections?

    Never mind, I see them inside now.

    But now I don't know what those pinned outputs on the back are.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited September 2009
    inspiredsports wrote: »
    You'll have to pardon my toob noob lack of knowledge, but are those the tube sockets on the back of the unit beside the "Output to Amplifier" connections?

    Never mind, I see them inside now.

    But now I don't know what those pinned outputs on the back are.

    No. Those are balanced outputs for an XLR connection.
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  • comfortablycurt
    comfortablycurt Posts: 6,745
    edited September 2009
    inspiredsports wrote: »
    You'll have to pardon my toob noob lack of knowledge, but are those the tube sockets on the back of the unit beside the "Output to Amplifier" connections?

    Never mind, I see them inside now.

    But now I don't know what those pinned outputs on the back are.

    Those are balanced XLR outputs.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited September 2009
    Price drop $1225 obo shipped
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited September 2009
    $1200 shipped
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  • ntrinh03
    ntrinh03 Posts: 26
    edited October 2009
    I love Dan Wright. His modded Oppo is supposed to be amazing!!!
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  • kreg
    kreg Posts: 1
    edited November 2009
    Is this unit still available??
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited November 2009
    Yes, it's still available.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited November 2009
    Last night I fired this up and paired it with my Pass Labs amp using PNF XLR IC's- WOW! I've never heard it sound so good.

    Price drop to $1150 shipped :eek:
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited December 2009
    Rock bottom price with Modwright pre w/XLR outs, almost new Jan Philips pair tubes, factory power cord, remote, manual and original packing/box- $1075, buyer pays shipping + 3% for paypal. Firm

    This new deal is just listed on Audiogon and won't last.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited December 2009
    Awesome deal.
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited December 2009
    I can't believe its still here for sale. I guess this pre is like some other pieces of gear. It moves with the audio tide. One week this pre wouldn't last a day on the market here. The next week you can't give it away. Just like the Jolida CDP's.

    Good luck with the sale. I see where you've already moved up the ladder to the sig edition, but if you'd like to try something else I have a few Conrad Johnson pre's to use as a trade.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited December 2009
    187CAM wrote: »
    I can't believe its still here for sale. I guess this pre is like some other pieces of gear. It moves with the audio tide. One week this pre wouldn't last a day on the market here. The next week you can't give it away. Just like the Jolida CDP's.

    Good luck with the sale. I see where you've already moved up the ladder to the sig edition, but if you'd like to try something else I have a few Conrad Johnson pre's to use as a trade.


    I hear you about the audio tide. I'm really into my new signature edition and will likely stick to that for a long time.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,576
    edited December 2009
    That's a great tube pre-amp and the kind of piece that stays for awhile. He upgraded to a better model...that should speak volumes. I wouldn't waste but another week here Erndog...get that puppy to Audiogon.
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    SCompRacer Posts: 8,545
    edited December 2009
    Ern Dog wrote: »
    I'm really into my new signature edition and will likely stick to that for a long time.

    +1 to that. I'm thrilled with Dan's phono stage as well.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited January 2010
    Ok, I really want to sell this baby.

    $1000 + shipping via money order!
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,576
    edited January 2010
    If I was setting up another 2CH rig anytime soon, I'd love to get intimate with this preamp for awhile.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited January 2010
    That is stupid cheap.
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  • dpowell
    dpowell Posts: 3,068
    edited January 2010
    Silly cheap. Sure wish I had the $$.
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  • headrott
    headrott Posts: 5,496
    edited January 2010
    I am really interested in this pre, but will have to sell some stuff to collect the money to buy it. If I can get the money in time I will probably buy it though. I will get back to you when I have the money collected and it will hopefully be available still.

    Greg

    It's interesting there are no XLR inputs though. Did they make a version with them?
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,249
    edited January 2010
    I like very much. I'll let you know at the end of the weekend. If you have a chance to sell it, DO IT, no worries as I have to do some research and finance considerations.

    What tubes does it run? 12AX7 or 12AU7?

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    P.s. what I'm saying is don't hold it for me if you have a cash in hand buyer.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited January 2010
    headrott wrote: »
    I am really interested in this pre, but will have to sell some stuff to collect the money to buy it. If I can get the money in time I will probably buy it though. I will get back to you when I have the money collected and it will hopefully be available still.

    Greg

    It's interesting there are no XLR inputs though. Did they make a version with them?

    Greg- Modwright no longer offers this upgrade on their 9.0 SE. They now offer a totally balanced preamp LS 36.5, which costs a small forture but sounds awesome, so I'm told. Let me know when you are ready to buy.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited January 2010
    heiney9 wrote: »
    I like very much. I'll let you know at the end of the weekend. If you have a chance to sell it, DO IT, no worries as I have to do some research and finance considerations.

    What tubes does it run? 12AX7 or 12AU7?

    H9

    P.s. what I'm saying is don't hold it for me if you have a cash in hand buyer.


    It uses two 5687 tubes.
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  • venomclan
    venomclan Posts: 2,467
    edited January 2010
    I'll take it.
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  • cincycat13
    cincycat13 Posts: 888
    edited January 2010
    stupid crazy price deal... please PM if the deal crashes... I'm sure it won't but the late to the party can always hope...
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,249
    edited January 2010
    Great! Now I don;t have to worry about making a decision. Enjoy Venomclan

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