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Lamm LL2 tweaks?

After a very long search I decided to upgrade my Rotel preamp to an LL2 Deluxe. This should be a HUGE improvement and I can't wait for the Lamm to get home!!!

As I wait I'm already wondering which tweaks others have found most effective with this unit and would like your input.
- Tube rolling: I've seen several posts stating it does indeed react to this. What should the pecking order be? 12AU7, 6922, 6X4? Which tubes have worked best for you?
- Vibration control?
- Power cord: I've seen a post stating the LL2 is inmune to PC upgrades. Do others agree?
- Tube dampers?
- Which interconnects have worked best for you?
- Other thoughts?

FWIW it will be paired with a McIntosh MC275 with rolled tubes. ICs are cheaper Nordost, and my next weakest link is my CD player, and I will likely add an outboard DAC.

Thank you!
lewinskih01
cipherjuris
145 posts
 
I have Lamm M1.2 hybrid mono blocks & Ayre K-1xe preamp & Wilson Sophias. I have tried many cables, and the absolute best by far have been the Purist Anniversaries. Ridiculously expensive, but the improvements they have brought are hard to believe. The Purist Proteus Provectus Praesto may work nearly as well for less than half the price.

It is possible they may be a little too rich sounding with the MC275s & Lamm preamp, but would not know without trying them.
lewinskih01 OP
793 posts
 
thanks for your input. Those ICs are indeed expensive compared to the value of my components, but I will keep them in the list.

I'm surprised nobody has chimed in in regards to tube rolling, vibration control, or power cords. Anyone?

Thank you!
Horacio
tvad
9,467 posts
 
When I owned the LL2 Deluxe, my favorite tubes by far were Mullard (Blackburn) 12AU7 and Mullard (Mitcham) 6922. I also used a Mullard 6X4.

The best power cord for the LL2 Deluxe I found was a Purist Audio Dominus Ferrox.

IMO, the LL2 Deluxe needs tubes and a power cord that will get control of the bass, which can be a little out of proportion and loosey-goosey. However, with the right tube/power cord combo, the LL2 Deluxe's bass is excellent.

It also responds well to footers under the chassis and some mass loading on the top of the chassis. I use several footers with good results including Rollerblocks and Boston Audio TuneBlocs.

Consider these all were my preferences. Not saying they are "the best".
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