[capwkidd]

Primaluna Dialog Three Vs. ProLogue Premium Preamplifier Vs. Cary SLP-98L (and perhaps F1 version)

I am looking for opinions on the sound of theses preamps. What do you all think of them? Thanks!

[capwkidd]

I can answer my own question now..... The Primaluna Dialog Three generally sounded smooth, no lack of detail, maybe slightly "warm", trying the Cary 98P F1 version, it sounded more dynamic, but thin.... it's like going from a car, like, let's say a good powerful sports car built for the street vs. a street legal race car.... sure, the race car is faster, better throttle/steering/clutch response, but it will beat you to death. Hey, I like intense roller coasters, like Silver Bullet at Knott's Berry Farm, for example (it's like the street legal race car), but I can only handle that ride, for the duration of the ride, you know?

[Steidl Guitars]

I've not heard the PrimaLuna, but I own the Cary SLP-98, non-F1 version, running with RCA tubes, and the last thing I would call it is thin... so I suspect that's an artifact of the F1 mods. 

Might be useful to try a non-F1, if that's an option for you. 

[richidoo]

The umbilical power cord has a big influence on the sound of the Cary, especially in the bass, where low PS impedance is critical.