This thread is very old, but I thought I would "exhume" it. I just bought an ex dem 36.5 from James, the UK distributor in the UK and am really pleased with it. I needed a Pre with true balanced output into my Audio Research Ref 75, the single balanced input was a plus. I agree with comments to the effect that it has a "non tube" sound, but in a good way, detailed, neutral, fast and dynamic, but just a hint of tube fullness. I have heard the Audio Research Ref3, though not back to back and the Modwright is streets ahead in detail and neutrality. A comparison with the ARC Ref 5SE would be interesting, if unfair on the 36.5, considering the price difference. When I go to the dealer to get my Ref 75 upgraded to SE status, I will try to make the comparison. It is academic as I could not afford the 5SE anyway, even second hand.. Likewise I couldn't run to the 2 box 36.5, though it was easy to here the difference, compared to my unit.
To get to the point, finally, Tube rolling? I have read this thread and am none the wiser. I have tried tube rolling on other tube products, some years ago and to be frank, never heard that much difference. So in simple terms, to a simple soul, what might I expect in terms of sound difference and which might be the best tube options?
The rest of my system is a Mac Mini and Ayre QB9 for digital
TW Accustic Raven one/Ortofon 309D arm/SPU Synergy cartridge
Daedalus Audio DA-RMa speakers
Thanks guys