WTB: CHEAP preamp [Archive]

Ricardo

10-02-2006, 09:02 AM

I need a cheap/no remote pre amp; just need two inputs and one output, no phono. Will be used for the Atriums in the backyard.
Looking to pay $100 or less.

Thanks.

Ricardo.

ND13

10-02-2006, 09:41 AM

Just pick up an old receiver, if that's all you need it for.

Ricardo

10-02-2006, 09:54 AM

I have an Adcom 535 that feeds the Atriums and works great; a receiver with pre-outs would also do the trick, but size is also a concern....looking for a small unit.

AsSiMiLaTeD

10-02-2006, 10:31 AM

Just grab one of the passive deals from Monarchy Audio, it'll cost you well under a hundred

zombie boy 2000

10-02-2006, 10:34 AM

Agreed....

$50 to be exact (plus shipping...)

edit: $70 for two inputs

Ricardo

10-02-2006, 10:45 AM

I'm gonna need some help here....went to www.monarchyaudio.com and cannot find this; anyone has the model number or a link?

Thanks.

zombie boy 2000

10-02-2006, 10:48 AM

They don't have it listed on their website... just give them a call and ask for their passive box.

Be ye forewarned, it's not the prettiest piece... I'll email you a pic if you'd like.

.. and make that $70 for two inputs (sorry)

audiobliss

10-02-2006, 12:26 PM

Troy is selling two Dynaco preamps, in case you decide not to opt for the Monarchy unit.

Ricardo

10-02-2006, 01:02 PM

thanks; didn't see those in the FM.

TroyD

10-02-2006, 02:42 PM

Sent you a PM.....

Dynaco PAT-4. Fully functional w/original manual...

faster100

10-02-2006, 02:52 PM

for 50 bucks IMO the Monarchy isn't really worth it, its just some rca jacks and a volume in a rf ungly box.. you can get the parasound 850's for 125 -140 which is a tad over your budget but a great pre or get a used adcom passive and be golden..

zombie boy 2000

10-02-2006, 02:54 PM

It's most definitely worth it in certain applications...

though Troy's would be the far better deal

Ricardo

10-02-2006, 02:57 PM

thanks guys; I'm getting one of Troy's Dynacos

faster100

10-02-2006, 02:57 PM

It's most definitely worth it in certain applications...

No offence, i know you have one and that's fine.. i had one also.. and if its out of sight ok, but on a rack Nah, I'm not a passive pre type guy anyway but that aside, its pretty ugly even after i tried to cover the unused holes and paint it, to each his own

zombie boy 2000

10-02-2006, 03:00 PM

None taken... head on, I think it looks fine -- and aesthetics are always a priority with me.

From the back, side and top -- a whole other story. However, a passive works wonders in my rig -- though I know this isn't always the case with other set-ups.

faster100

10-02-2006, 03:03 PM

post a picture some time, maybe they use what ever boxes are available and mine was just extra ugly.. although it was free and i can't complain as it worked better as a integrated for a T-amp..

gidrah

10-04-2006, 10:03 AM

If the Dyna doesn't work out I've got an Adcom that I could let go pretty cheap.

Ricardo

10-04-2006, 10:41 AM

If the Dyna doesn't work out I've got an Adcom that I could let go pretty cheap.

Thanks. I'm sure the Dyna wil do it; in fact, it will be overkill... :)