"Schizoid Man" wrote in message
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Hi all,

I'm looking for a sub-$500 pre-owned pre-amp. Phono section not required.
The sources will be Aux1 (TV), Aux2 (DVD) and primarily CD. Can anyone
recommend some makes/models?

Given my budget, or lack thereof, I'm starting out with the usual
suspects - Adcom, Rotel, NAD.

Thanks,
Schiz


For a lot less than $500, the Nakamichi CA-5 is overall very hard to beat
provided it has been professionally checked and brought back to spec. I also
love the sound of Melos SHA-Gold in the right system but many people think
that it sounds "bigger than life" or "bombastic". I still love its ability
to bring music alive despite the PITA controls (I have the version with the
"balance meter"). And you have a choice between active and passive modes of
operation. And one of the very best headphone amps around. I have no idea of
the going price of the Melos though but I bought my second unit for $450
from a dealer. BTW, in active mode the Melos can drive Avantgarde Trios
without a power amp... :-)


Cheers,

Margaret