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choice of pre amp

want to buy a used tube pre amp between $2500 $ $4000. So far I have heard good things about the Calypso,ARC LS26,CJ 16LS, and Lamm LL Deluxe. I know that the ls 26 is a bit more but would consider. All opinions would be appreciated.

Thanks.
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mrjstark
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2nd for........................S*U*P*R*A*T*E*K...........................
dopogue
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My Calypso replaced a CJ Premier 17LS2 (the model with teflon caps) and I couldn't be happier. The CJ was a fine preamp but the Calypso is a revelation. I frankly bought it because it offered polarity switching via the remote (I was tired of switching speaker cables), but that proved to be just icing on the cake. Dave
rockinrobin
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McIntosh C220
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coffeey
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buy the coda on audiocircle
jb0194
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If you use unbalanced inputs/outputs, consider buying the $1995 Audio Note Kits L2 Custom demo at:

www.bellaextreme.com

Bill's hardly used it. The custom L3 he just built for me is the work of a real craftsman. The parts used in these custom units are among the best available at any price. The pictures don't do justice to the looks - understated but very attractive.
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