Cary SLP-98 v. Manley Shrimp

I know the Shrimp is somewhat of a "giant killer" but is the Cary leaps and bounds ahead of the Manley i.e., worth the extra $?

jimlisa9810-23-2008 10:30pm

jalapenos Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 81 posts 10-24-2008 at 02:26pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete In my opinion, the 6SN7 octal base tube utilized in Cary preamps is the best for a gain stage application. The miniature nine pins used in the Manley shrimp just cannot capture the real magic. If you are considering the above two, don't forget about the AES preamp, especially the now out-of-production DJH model.
aball Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,994 posts 10-24-2008 at 07:23pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete What? No more S2K?? I had an SLP98 and it was fantastic. If I didn't already have 18 tubes in my system, I would have kept it. Its imaging was totally captivating and its treble was always natural. I am not familiar with the Shrimp but I agree the 6SN7 is one of the best tubes so the AES DJH might be the best place for you to start, at least cost-wise. Arthur
eweedhome Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 227 posts 10-25-2008 at 06:14am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The SLP-98 has silver wire in it. I'd be sure you like the sound of silver wire before investing in it. I don't, myself, and was disappointed with the 98, and unloaded it relatively quickly, as I have everything else I've tried with silver wire.