Preamp Recommendation For Millett "Engineer's Amplifier"

[ccw505]

So, this will be my third build (AMB Mini3 and 2 Millett Jonokuchis) and I'm HOOKED!

Decided the next logical was to build the DCPP. However, I'm having a hard time deciding on a suitable preamp. Any help would be appreciated. A few points:

*Phono stage not necessary as I haven't gotten into vinyl yet. And when I do, I'll likely want to build a dedicated unit.

*Keep in mind my build history...I'm still a newbie...

*Was considering the AMB Labs alpha 10 any thoughts?

*Tube vs. SS...well tubes look pretty cool, but I'm open to anything...

*Don't need a ton of source inputs/outputs

Thanks again!

 

[vinylkid58]

Tube vs. SS...well tubes look pretty cool, but I'm open to anything...

Tried a couple different SS preamps with my DCPP, but the old basket-case Foreplay II sounds the best despite it's extreme simplicity. If I wasn't spinning vinyl, and CD was my only source, I'd be very tempted to try Pete's "low mu" preamp, but I need more gain.

jeff

 

[ccw505]

Was considering both of these. However the Bottlehead is a little too 'kittish" if that makes sense. I'd prefer just a board and BOM...

I'm very tempted to try the "low mu" as well. Only thing holding me back is the point to point wiring. I haven't done point to point before and am slightly intimidated...