New pre-amp for €250

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Hello,

I've recently upgraded to a Thorens TD203 turntable, and now I'd like to upgrade my pre-amp as well.

Since I'm running an AT440mla cartridge, I would prefer an amp that's not overly bright. And available in Belgium

I've been looking at Thorens, ProJect, NAD, ... but the choice is so overwhelming that I was hoping you guys could help me narrow it down. *biggrin*

 

[Bradley747]

1. Music Fidelity V90

2. Cambridge 651P

3. Graham Slee - anything....!

 

[Al ears]

1. Music Fidelity V90

2. Cambridge 651P

3. Graham Slee - anything....!

For his budget read Graham Slee - nothing.

Very possibly the Amp2 Communicator depending on exchange rate.

 

[chebby]

Rega Fono Mini A2D.

£89 in the UK.

A totally random check on www.google.be shows it is sold in Belgium ...

http://www.luxurymusic.be/product/rega-fono-mini-a2d/

... 169 Euros.

You can also try Joenit ...

BELGIUMJOENIT BVBABrusselsesteenweg 2832800 MechelenBelgium+32 15 28 55 85info@joenit.com

http://www.joenit.com/

 

[ifor]

1. Music Fidelity V90

2. Cambridge 651P

3. Graham Slee - anything....!

For his budget read Graham Slee - nothing.

Very possibly the Amp2 Communicator depending on exchange rate.

€239 in France. http://www.son-video.com/marque/Preamplis-RIAA-Graham-Slee-155-1022.html

 

[Al ears]

1. Music Fidelity V90

2. Cambridge 651P

3. Graham Slee - anything....!

For his budget read Graham Slee - nothing.

Very possibly the Amp2 Communicator depending on exchange rate.

€239 in France. http://www.son-video.com/marque/Preamplis-RIAA-Graham-Slee-155-1022.html

Thanks, that's what vInyl said just couldn't find where.

 

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Thanks for the advice!
Just ordered the Graham Slee from son-video. First time ordering from that company but I'll keep you guys posted on how it goes.

 

[Al ears]

Thanks for the advice! Just ordered the Graham Slee from son-video. First time ordering from that company but I'll keep you guys posted on how it goes.

Excellent choice. Hope purchase goes OK.

 

[ifor]

Thanks for the advice! Just ordered the Graham Slee from son-video. First time ordering from that company but I'll keep you guys posted on how it goes.

You might like to join the Graham Slee forum too and let those of us over there know how you get on. This time last year I bought a Genera (kit version of the Communicator) and built it for my son for his birthday. He's very pleased with it.

 

[Bradley747]

great choice...enjoy your music

 

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Ordered on tuesday and arrived today (Friday), so that went smooth.
I've replaced my old pre-amp I bought with my ProJect Essential, and hooked up the Thorens to the Communicator.
First impressions: It was like everything just openend up, bass got cleaner, the midrange and top end gained more definition and clarity... Everything about the music just sounded... better. The difference is very big indeed! I think if you fitted a nail to the tonearm it would still sound good

So far I'm very happy with my purchase, and I think I'll have many hours of listening pleasure. *yahoo*