Preamp Possibilities

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Speaking of the C2600 and the C52, has anyone here moved from the 2600 to the 52, and why? I read a post elsewhere recently from someone who made that move and cited low-end performance as a reason. I don't remember where I saw that post (I'll look for it when I have time) but another seed has been planted. I have to be careful around here!

I never actually auditioned a C52. The 2300 was growing on me due to my tube and power cord machinations, and the time to go somewhere where I could have an audition is scarce. But if the difference were significant enough to my ears, I would consider trading in or selling the 2300 and putting the credit or money toward a C52, even with my earlier comments about the too-big (in my view) ground connection for the phono section. Even though the connection was clunky and I didn't like it, it did seem to work.