DockEllis
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I've been using an Audioengine D1 for a few months now. For the most part, it works well, but I need a little more expandability. Basically, I want some preamp functionality without throwing down on a discrete preamp, so I was looking at the Maverick Audio TubeMagic D1 Plus (with the optional upgrades). I'll call it a sidegrade since it isn't much of an upgrade.
I guess I'm wondering what kind of differences can I expect? Will it sound better? If I use the tube output will the sound change significantly? Is it even worth buying if I don't use the tube out?
My general concern is that the TubeMagic seems geared for someone who wants to get into tubes. I don't really want to get into tubes, but the price is right and I want a preamp. Are there any solid state DAC/HPA/Pre units I should look at?
Current setup: Audioengine D1 > Emotiva mini-x a-100 > Arx A1b
or > SR60i
I guess I'm wondering what kind of differences can I expect? Will it sound better? If I use the tube output will the sound change significantly? Is it even worth buying if I don't use the tube out?
My general concern is that the TubeMagic seems geared for someone who wants to get into tubes. I don't really want to get into tubes, but the price is right and I want a preamp. Are there any solid state DAC/HPA/Pre units I should look at?
Current setup: Audioengine D1 > Emotiva mini-x a-100 > Arx A1b
or > SR60i