The Vincent PHO-701 phono preamp delivers a lot for its very reasonable asking price. It packs a tube output stage, a two-box chassis with a separate power supply, and an exceptional level of cartridge loading tunability. On top of that, it sounds great.
The SPL Director Mk2 is a preamp/DAC combo that keeps things simple while adding a couple of unique twists that make it something special.
Since its incept...
As the name implies, the PS Audio Stellar GainCell Preamp/DAC is both an analog preamplifier and a Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) in one convenient...
Preamps and Integrated Amps among those to receive Roon Tested designation
Binghamton, NY – March 13, 2019 – McIntosh, the global leader in prestigious h...
For premium sound from home theater separates, the NAD M17 V2 Surround Sound Preamp Processor merits serious consideration. It brings supremely accurate and detailed audio to that special place occupied by only the finest audio components.
This review covers the base model conrad-johnson ET-3 tube preamplifier – not the SE (special edition) model. This introductory-level preamp from CJ is a line stage, lacking the SE’s phono circuitry. The ET3 has a host of surprises, particularly for those among us who like rock music.
Simple Enhancement to Be Available Free to Consumers Who Bought the XMC-1 New from Emotiva, and at Nominal Price to Others
Franklin, TN, June 16, 2016 — Emotiv...
I think it's fair to refer to the Benchmark DAC2 HGC as a DAC since that is its official title, or a headphone amplifier but the owner's manual refers to it as a 'Reference Stereo Preamplifier'. Whatever you call it, this little box does a lot. I reviewed it mostly as a DAC but tried out the preamp and headphone functions as well.