2. amps-preamps
  3. 959413344

Passive Preamps

I have the EVS "Nude Attenuator" RCA version which costs $225. I didn't evaluate others such as the Placette Audio, Art Audio, etc. My preference is the type that eliminated one interconnect and mounts directly to the back of the amp's RCA. Has anyone done cross comparisons between passive preamps? I have seen passive preamps as high as $1000. My system - Sony SACD player, Harmonic ProSilway II interconnects and a Bel Canto EVo 200.2 Digital amp.
128x128mikeg
pugstub77b1
21 posts
 
I recently asked Placette audio about passive preamp comparisons and was told to my surprise that there are huge differences between passive designs. Apparently, my PS Audio running in passive mode is not very transparent compared to the Placette unit. I am going to try the Placette unit this summer when I can raise the cash. If you are interested in comparing, they have a trial period on their products which you could compare and get your money back if you don't hear any differences. Hope this helps.
jkphoto
167 posts
 
The Adcom GFP-750 works extremely well as a passive.
gary_m
34 posts
 
I have owned EVS units in the past, so if your into passives his are the best. With only one Vishay resistor in the line you can't get more simple than that. That's why his cost are so low. I have stoped using them because after many years I had felt that the dynamics were lacking. I would be curious if some of these other units address this problem. Best and Good Luck.
More to discover