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In Reply to: RE: Some very fine SS preamps have had no gain. Like... posted by samtellig on March 10, 2011 at 06:34:46
Not relating to the review, just off topic on preamps in general:
I cannot understand active "pre-amps" who's only active function is to attenuate the signal coming from a digital source or a phono preamp unless you have a real reason, like long interconnects and/or an insensitive amplifier. Most of the time, the preamp only has to drive the tiny load and capatance of a 3 foot interconnect while delivering the required 0.25 volts. The "pre amp" is required to effectively throw away 90% of the signal of a 2v digital source.
If the preamp is "improving the sound" by adding euphonics, isn't it really just a tone control?
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Very astute observation on the tone control. The only thing I can think of that an active preamp should do and do well is control the interconnect. Meaning a well designed active preamp should neutralize the difference in sound between interconnects. The Truth does this. You could use Mogami or a high end cable and you won't hear a difference. At least I don't. Many active preamp designs fail this test. Another that passes it are the Atma-Sphere preamps.
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