firestart3r
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Hello ASR!
I'm new here, if my post is in the wrong forum or is a duplicate of another. Please let me know.
I am looking to upgrade my system starting with the AHB2 amplifier.
At first, I wanted to use my integrated amplifier that has a pretty good DAC (I think ) and add the power amplifier to it. Unfortunately, it doesn't have XLR outputs (Audiolab 6000A has RCA out only).
Hence my question: what preamplifier would you recommend for the AHB2 that is cheaper than the top of class LA4/HPA4 ?
I considered buying the Topping D90 to use the DAC and it's preamp, but I heard the quality of the volume control isn't very good. Is that true?
If so, maybe I could get a cheaper than D90 DAC (ex. SMSL SU-9) and get a "dedicated" good quality preamplifier to use with it?
My requirements are :
- Balanced output to the power amplifier (XLR)
- Able to control the volume with a remote
- Able to see the volume level from my listening position
The Topping Pre90 fits the bill but I'm wondering if there are other options?
Is the Pre90 a good match for the AHB2 ? (considering the input/output impedance, etc.)
Thank you for your help!
I'm new here, if my post is in the wrong forum or is a duplicate of another. Please let me know.
I am looking to upgrade my system starting with the AHB2 amplifier.
At first, I wanted to use my integrated amplifier that has a pretty good DAC (I think ) and add the power amplifier to it. Unfortunately, it doesn't have XLR outputs (Audiolab 6000A has RCA out only).
Hence my question: what preamplifier would you recommend for the AHB2 that is cheaper than the top of class LA4/HPA4 ?
I considered buying the Topping D90 to use the DAC and it's preamp, but I heard the quality of the volume control isn't very good. Is that true?
If so, maybe I could get a cheaper than D90 DAC (ex. SMSL SU-9) and get a "dedicated" good quality preamplifier to use with it?
My requirements are :
- Balanced output to the power amplifier (XLR)
- Able to control the volume with a remote
- Able to see the volume level from my listening position
The Topping Pre90 fits the bill but I'm wondering if there are other options?
Is the Pre90 a good match for the AHB2 ? (considering the input/output impedance, etc.)
Thank you for your help!