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    Review by 'Biff_Malibu' on item 'SMSL SD-1955'

    I've only had this unit for a few days so I expect it should get a little better with burn-in, and I can already hear that happening. It plays CDs and DVD-Audio discs with no problem, and streaming through the USB is great. Very nice, smooth sound. A big improvement to my system.   FYI - the...
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    Bellari VP130 Phono Preamp Tubes

    Hi - I just got a VP130 myself. I know the stock tube wasn't broken in, but it's Chinese so I replaced it with an old RCA black plate 5814A (same as a 12AU7). Yes, much less gain than a 12AX7 but it sounds fantastic. Very smooth. I use the unit primarily as a phono stage but the headphone...
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