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Is no preamp really better that a good preamp?

Hi All, I have PS Audio gear, and both my DAC and my phono section have enough gain to run directly to the amp. Is this really the optimal arrangement, or might I actually get better sound by adding a good preamp, say a Cary or a Modwright tube unit, to the mix. Thanks in advance.
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jb0194
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I've had issues with excess gain in systems over the years - but nothing remotely approaching the excess gain I'd be forking over to the maker of that $13k passive preamp should I be foolish enough to buy one.
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georgehifi
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10-01-15: Tortilladc
Stereophile just posted a review of a GBP 9,000 ($13,619) passive preamp.


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You do get a pair of white gloves with it.

Cheers George
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georgehifi
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That's so the missus doesn't leave fingerprints after she's stabbed you in the back.

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-GyhUlk9a9XA/VP5Csf0PiVI/AAAAAAAA2Nc/p_qnnqHizO0/s1600/the_bespoke_audio_company_preamplifier_review_matej_isak_mono_and_stereo_01_1.jpg

Cheers George
phd
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Do they throw in the preamp after buying the gloves?
mechans
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The correct answer is no. That should suffice for now. Even attenuated power amps with dials for gain like my McIntosh must have circuits that allows for attenuation to control volume is indeed acting just like a passive pre amp.

The correct answer is no! once again.
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