Farmdoc, David did a resistor swap to reflect his latest approach to parts selection. Very inexpensive but made a significant improvement (particularly given the cost). My upgrade (to Mk III) was also done a year ago and David no longer uses the Hovaland caps for new production units as they are unavailable. Clarity and Mundorf are now offered although the Mundorf commands a premium price. David is pragmatic enough to say that the cap options will result in a different signature (although not necessarily better). He did say that the Mundorf option would probably be the best although he was hesitant to make a qualitative judgement over the Hovaland.
Gill Audio Alana vs First Sound preamps
I'm trying to decide which preamp to go with. Both seem extremely nice but I am not able to demo either. Also, if anybody has an idea as to which FS preamp model is most equivalent (regardless of taste) to the Alana. My speakers are Von Shweikert VR 5 anniversary and amp is a Moscode Ag. Alternatively I can use an Art Audio Diabolo tube amp.
Thank you for any and all comments
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Thank you for any and all comments
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