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Hi;

I am considering purchasing a dual channel Tube Mic Preamp for my home
studio. I am currently using an M-Audio Delta 1010 interface. I
am also using a MAudio USB DUO as an A/D converter for channels 9 and 10. I
am looking to spend about $250.00 for the preamp. I was looking at an ART
DPSII so I could do away with the USB DUO and use the SPDIF out on the DPS
but I have heard mixed reviews about it. Has anyone had experience with
this MP? Here is a list of Tube MP's (without digital) I am considering:

1. PreSonus BlueTube
2. Behringer Tube Ultragain T1953
3. A Used ART PRO MPA
4. 2 Samson C-Valves

As well considering these lower priced preamps, would there be any VST Tube
Effect plugins that would give me the same or better results?

I would be using it mostly to record vocals with a Studio Projects B1.

Your opinions would be appreciated!

Thanks;
Steve