Margules Audio Daleth Multi-Channel Preamplifer

earlmarc · « **on:** 14 Mar 2004, 06:13 pm »

This unit was originally designed to be a high-end preamplifier. Earned a standout room from Soundtage at CES 2004. http://www.margules.com.mx This unit seems to address the the two channel preamp performance that many reasonably priced pre/pro lack. The unit is built to high quality audio standards and should offer superior two-channel performance along with multichannel applications. At $1200, am not sure there is anything available better other than maybe the Threshold Dragon V Multichannel Integrated Amplifier.

Rob Babcock · « **Reply #1 on:** 14 Mar 2004, 07:48 pm »

Wish they had a picture on the website. The only other MC preamp you can buy new for that price is the Vaza from Adire Audio. I've sadly never had the chance to hear either.

earlmarc · « **Reply #2 on:** 14 Mar 2004, 08:51 pm »

Rob, here is a picture of the unit. http://www.soundstage.com/surrounded/surrounded200402.htm

Rob Babcock · « **Reply #3 on:** 14 Mar 2004, 08:58 pm »

Wow!

That's a nice looking preamp! It sure doesn't look like $1200. Wonder if it sounds as pretty as it looks?

earlmarc · « **Reply #4 on:** 15 Mar 2004, 07:48 pm »

Spoke to Margules Audio today. The retail price of the Daluth is $1400. Place your name on the waiting list and get the piece for $990 including shipping!!!! The piece will start production in about a month.

Rob Babcock · « **Reply #5 on:** 15 Mar 2004, 08:48 pm »

That sounds like a pretty good deal. Are you talking buying it factory direct?

JoshK · « **Reply #6 on:** 15 Mar 2004, 08:53 pm »

Does anyone know if this will provide more than one MC input? I have two MC inputs. The Adire's one MC input won't suffice if I was to break down and buy a MC preamp.

Rob Babcock · « **Reply #7 on:** 15 Mar 2004, 08:55 pm »

I think it has 2 x 5.1 inputs. And while it's mostly a preamp as opposed to being a prepro (no DTS/DD) it does seem to offer video switching.

earlmarc · « **Reply #8 on:** 15 Mar 2004, 09:22 pm »

The price is an introductory price.

Eduardo AAVM · « **Reply #9 on:** 18 Mar 2004, 04:40 pm »

The unit is impressive I have the honor to know Mr. Margules sincemany years ago, as supplier and as dealer I am, and this product is really interesting with that new awesome design.

I'll try not to forget my camera next time I goto his lab and get some shots of the product.

You can check also the tube amps which were very praised by soundstage.com reviews.

audioengr · « **Reply #10 on:** 20 Mar 2004, 02:25 am »

Julian M. is truly a genius with his new designs. They warrant a listen for sure. The Margules folks are our friends and really nice people. Julian is passionate about audio. He is the kind of designer that makes wonderful products.

Rob Babcock · « **Reply #11 on:** 28 Mar 2004, 10:04 pm »

earlmarc, how did you contact Marguiles? I'm pretty interested in the Daleth, and I'd sure like to get a bit more detailed info on it. Is there anywhere you can download the owners manual? Just where/how would a person go about buying one?

Eduardo AAVM · « **Reply #12 on:** 28 Mar 2004, 10:26 pm »

Hello, as a special situation I could manage your order...

Still Daleth is backordered as far as I know with deliveries coming very soon.

earlmarc · « **Reply #13 on:** 28 Mar 2004, 10:38 pm »

Rob, the toll-free number to Margules Audio is 888-538-8605.

Rob Babcock · « **Reply #14 on:** 29 Mar 2004, 04:41 am »

I would like a bit more into before reserving one... I wonder how its faux surround feature works? How does it compare to PLII? I've become pretty spoiled by PLII, and it'd be hard to imagine getting by without it.

Are there any full reviews of the Daleth anywhere?

OBF · « **Reply #15 on:** 31 Mar 2004, 08:16 pm »

switching threads from the Dagon V....... any idea how this Daleth would perform as a 2ch preamp, or specifically how it might compare to a dedicated $1k 2ch preamp? Empirical gives Margules a thumbs up and that's great to hear, but I don't find any reviews or any way to gauge how this might perform as a stereo preamp? The site says it utilizes 5 class A discreet preamp channels and is microprocessor controlled. Is this a good thing or a compromise to allow HT remote switching?

While the Threshold seems like a steal, this might be even better if it's a good enough preamp to overcome the extra set of cables and synergy issues. I would guess the Dragon is mostly a passive preamp section. I also like the fact I could sell my current Anthem preamp (any idea if this should be better?) and still use my digital amp until I get more speakers and then decide what to do for amps.

Rob Babcock · « **Reply #16 on:** 27 May 2004, 08:28 pm »

Just wanted to bump this up to ask if there's any word yet on the Daleth. Did it hit it's May ship date?

Eduardo AAVM · « **Reply #17 on:** 9 Jun 2004, 07:09 pm »

I have had no affirmative answer from Julian so I do not know what's the status.

I mada a phone call... maybe in 15 days... Pre orders being taken...

Regards.

earlmarc · « **Reply #18 on:** 29 Jun 2004, 10:15 pm »

Spoke with Margules today about the Daleth Multichannel preamplifier. He stated that 20 units have gone out and they have experienced no problems with those units. He is upgrading the Daleth now with a shunt power supply. The other units used a serial power supply. He stated that he is quite impressed with the results of the new power supply. A friend of his that works for NASA introduced him to shunt power supply. He expects these new units to be available in several weeks.