Has anyone listened to the coincident linestage?

Allchemie,
I`ve read great reviews regarding your Einstein preamp. I`m very familiar with the very highly regarded VAC Renaissance Signature, have you had the opprotunity to hear it?

I understand very well, Charles.
I have the intuition that the massive power supply plays a major role here. To make a PS like that is expensive, and I guess that is why we don´t see it very often.
A curious thing about this unit is the tube configuration. They are floating in a sub chassis to avoid microphonics. It was weird at first, until I got use to it.

Also, it works very well with the Phono statement (of course). Dead silent backgrounds, crystal highs, accurate midrange and real bass (not the HT thing).

Jacano,
Yes, I agree with your point about the contribution of a stellar power supply. Another very important aspect of the Coincident electronics is the decision to utilize interstage transformers in place of signal coupling capacitors(more expensive are the transformers) I really believe that this choice is largely responsible for the superb natural and liquid character of both the Frankenstein and statement components(no apparent mechanical/electronic character). The massive power supplies in both units allow the dynamics,scale and flow of music to be preserved. IMHO Israel Blume really did a exceptional job building these two excellent components.

Rhythmace4218,
Did you decide to purchase the Statement linestage? If so has it met your expectations?

Charles, I have not. I have been using an Aesthetix Calypso for a few years now and I am ready to upgrade. I am also considering an ARC REf 3,Modwright 36.5 w/ outboard PS, Allnic L-3000, and possibly a Rogue Hera. I am always open to suggestions. It needs to be a tube pre and it must have XLR in's and out's. Thank you kind sirs.

Darrin