I regard the Halcro only for the measurments, which are outstanding. I make no claims of audiblity of this or any other preamplifier. My perceptions are as flawed as anyone elses without proper DBT evaluation, thus they are simply not important. Their are plenty(most) preamps that fit my inaudible distortion criteria, as defined by known JNDs from research.

-Chris


Quote Originally Posted by E-Stat
Admiring specs is ok, but I was really curious as to your sonic preferences. My favorite preamp thus far (have not seriously auditioned the VTL 7.5) - and waaay out of my budget is the C-J ART II. While I haven't heard the Halcro preamp, I am told by a trusted ear who has that it is wonderfully detailed, but a touch sterile.

You chose a $15k preamp. Are there any less expensive models that fit your "inaudible distortion" criteria ?

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