My favorite combinations for my (then LL2) and M1.2 were Mullard CV491s for the first stage of the LL2, e88ccs for the second stage and Tele CCa's for the M1.2 Refs.
I'm a noob here at AA.org so I can't edit my profile yet.
I don't want to be labeled a shill on my very first post here so disclaimers are in order
I'm the Lamm (among others which I will disclose in my signature when I'm allowed) distributor in the Philippines (since 2007).
My personal system consists of
Von Schweikert Audio VR-9 SE Mk2s (Distributor)
M1.2 References for the Mids and Highs
M2.2 for the bass modules
L2 Reference Preamp
LP2 Deluxe Phonostage
TW AC-3 with Phantom I, Phantom II and TW 9.5
DRT XV-1t, A90, MSL Ultra Eminent BC (Japan only model)
mounted on extra Phantom II wands are Koetsu Jade Platinum, Clearaudio Titanium, XV-1s, ZYX Airy 3s
47 Labs Chooser
EERA Tentation CD Player (Distributor)
Critical Mass Systems PXK and QXK Black Platinums and Black Diamonds (Distributor)
VSA Masterbuilt Cables(Distributor)
SACD+Server is iMac running Pure Music - Halide Bridge - Accuphase DP-78
I hope to enjoy meeting and exchanging views about this fun hobby and other things with all of you here.