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Originally Posted by JoeN
I didn’t audition the VAC Line stage. I had already auditioned the EMM Labs PRE and traded in my XP-22. The difference was immediately heard. I didn’t mention the EMM though as it is not within the price range you are seeking. But they are excellent.
The Signature SE would definitely be a step up. I just purchased my system, but if I upgrade my current VAC it would probably be a Statement Phono. They are really good. My dealer also carries Octave Audio. It too is a great preamp.
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Thanks, Joe. I bet the Statement would be a significant step up! There are no high-end dealers within several hundred miles of where I live so unfortunately auditioning and comparison before purchase is just not possible.
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SF Stradivari, Aric Audio Motherlode XL preamp and Super KT Parallel amps; Pass XP 27, Raven One TT, Graham Phantom II arm, Lyra Etna Lamda, Airtight PC1, Bryston 3.14 DAC, Transparent Reference & Wireworld, dedicated treated room 17 X 34 X 9
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