Any experience with Goldpoint passive balanced preamp?

LordCloud · « **on:** 5 Apr 2005, 05:40 pm »

I need a true balanced preamp for my Monarchy monoblocks. I am considering a couple of preamps in my price range. Number one on the list is the Space Tech Labs QA-113 balanced. But I have recently thought about the Sonic Euphoria balanced, or maybe the Goldpoint balanced. Anyone have any experience with the Goldpoint model, or passives in general with the Monarchy amps? Thanks guys.

bundee1 · « **Reply #1 on:** 6 Apr 2005, 03:06 pm »

I love my single Monarchy SM-70 Pro. Im looking for a second to run them as mono's as well. Im using my single so far with a Luminous Audio Axiom Passive Preamp. Very clean sound and no loss of dynamics. From what I know you need short cable runs with low capacitance and a source with a 2v output. I probably shouldnt be telling you this but everyone is always looking for an FT Audio LW1 balanced passive pre. Very rare to find them used. Good Luck!

LordCloud · « **Reply #2 on:** 19 Apr 2005, 08:30 pm »

Just to let you guys know. I talked to a guy at Goldpoint and they can custome make a linestage for you. Silver wire, point to point, and all for a reasonable price. If I don't like the Django, I'm going to check it out.