Many of you may have read my comments here and there about the Avid Pulsus handily outperforming the SimAudio 5.3LP with the optional external power supply (MSRP ~$2750) that I previously owned. The Avid really shined in the bass definition and a treble that was extended without being bright. Music Direct's "vinyl guy" told me about this one, and boy was he right about it being a winner. I was dubious, but the Simaudio was soundly trounced (and I am normally more of a "different flavors" kind of poster when in the same ballpark pricewise). But time to make a change (onward and upward), so I am putting this phono preamp up for sale.
Some thoughts about the Pulsus from a review:
"So, an unqualified recommendation for Avid's Pulsus. Whether you're shopping in this price range or not it deserves a listen. It may convince you to spend a little less than you expected, or a little more than you'd hoped. Either way, unless you yearn for some specific coloration, the Avid will provide as spacious, bold, detailed, tuneful, and layered a performance as your front end is capable of; up to and somewhat beyond its price point. It will also last a long time. If I ever decide to start living in the analog present, this is likely the phono stage I'll buy."
You have the isolation of a separate power supply, and simple, easy adjustability from the DIP switches on the underside of the amp. Lots of loading and gain options for any cart.
Audio Circle price: $SOLD.
