Amp/Preamp Asylum: RE: What's a $2500 Bang for the Buck Tube Preamp? by Chris K. Looking for a new Amp or Preamp? If you're after tubes, post over here.

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Posted by Chris K. (A ) on April 30, 2019 at 18:47:19

In Reply to: What's a $2500 Bang for the Buck Tube Preamp? posted by Joe Backer on April 29, 2019 at 13:57:29:

I'll second the Manley Shrimp. I purchased the earlier version of the Shrimp used after having previously had an Adcom SS preamp (rated A by Stereophile) followed by an amorphous core passive preamp. No comparison. The Shrimp is in a different league and is smoother with greater soundstaging capabilities, sweeter highs, and better imaging. Plus, you can make some changes in the sound with different tubes (I switched the stock out for Genalex). Also, and check to make sure this is still the case, if you get one used and it's new enough, Manley has a five year transferable warranty. I'm certain the Jumbo is a step up, but the price was nearly double from the original. Either one purchased used is a real bang for your buck product. It forms the core of my system and after eight years I have absolutely no desire to change it out.

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