Vincent SP331 with a Parasound 2100

[sidnani]

Hi, sidnani,

Welcome to AR Forums.

There should be no issues using a Parasound 2100 preamp with the Vincent Vincent SP331 power amp. Their output/input impedances at <60 ohms and 47k ohms respectively are fine and there aren't likely any other compatibility issues.

The Vincent SA-31 preamp is another good option; it's about the same price as the Parasound 2100 so it would be a personal choice as between the two. The Peachtree Nova preamp/DAC is a bit more money but well worth it given it includes a nice DAC.

I haven't hear any of these preamps personally though.

Vincent SA-31 sounds sooo tempting, thanks for the tip.
I hate dealing with returns though, in case I decide to return the 2100.

If it sounds fine, I may just keep the 2100. I'm just not sure how much difference a pre-amp will really make in the overall sound quality. I really wanted to make sure that I had the speakers/amp combo correct first.

[JoeE SP9]

IMO and experience a preamp will make a bigger difference in SQ than a power amp.

[blackraven]

Vincent SA-31 sounds sooo tempting, thanks for the tip.
I hate dealing with returns though, in case I decide to return the 2100.

If it sounds fine, I may just keep the 2100. I'm just not sure how much difference a pre-amp will really make in the overall sound quality. I really wanted to make sure that I had the speakers/amp combo correct first.

After going through 2 major upgrades in preamps in the last 6 months, I can assure you that a good preamp makes a huge difference. Amps certainly make a big difference as well as you go up the ladder in price.