Modwright LS 36.5 or BAT VK-51SE

Tvad:

I appreciate the input. Do you think a balanced TRL Dude would be a better choice?

Do you think a balanced TRL Dude would be a better choice?
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Having never heard one, I can't say. However, you should be aware that it is not a balanced design, which Knghifi alluded to when he mentioned pseudo balanced XLR inputs/outputs.

Contact TRL and find out if they would be using transformer coupling to convert to balanced operation, or if the XLR outputs/inputs would simply be wired single ended (like RCA>XLR adapters).

Also, ask about the output impedance specification, so you are certain it will match properly with the XA-60.5 input impedance.

Well...

If one cannot tell the difference between 3 entirely different preamps, I'm not sure if I would consider that a curse, or lucky.

At least it makes life simpler.

09-30-10: Rtn1
If one cannot tell the difference between 3 entirely different preamps...

That's not what I wrote. I did not say the preamps wouldn't sound different. My comment focused on the degree of difference and whether it would be worth the expense.

Of course, we all perceive sound differently, and what I consider a small difference others could consider jaw dropping.

If the OP wants to experiment, then I agree completely with the advice offered in your first response in the thread.

I think these preamps would have a world of difference between them. All good, all different. In the right system, the best out of the 3 could mean the difference between magic or dull.