Moreplay vs Dynaco PAS-3X
The PAS-3X's signal-to-noise is 74 dB against the Moreplay's 65 dB, its thd 0.050% against 1.000%, and its input sensitivity 0.8V RMS against 1.0V RMS. Both share input impedance (100000Ω).
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The Moreplay is the successor to Bottlehead's Foreplay series and is unique in having only one gain stage. It includes a volume control positioned after the gain stage to reduce noise and maintain a consistent sonic signature, especially with sensitive amplifiers or speakers. The preamp comes with a pair of New Old Stock (NOS) Russian 6V6GT tubes and offers a gain of about 9dB, less than 1% distortion at 1V, and an output impedance of less than 3.2 kOhms. It is praised for its quiet operation and warm, engaging sound quality.
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The PAS-3X's signal-to-noise is 74 dB against the Moreplay's 65 dB, its thd 0.050% against 1.000%, and its input sensitivity 0.8V RMS against 1.0V RMS. Both share input impedance (100000Ω).
The JD-502A's signal-to-noise is 85 dB against the Moreplay's 65 dB and its output impedance 8Ω against 3.2Ω. Both share thd (1.000%) and input impedance (100000Ω).
The JD-202BRC's signal-to-noise is 85 dB against the Moreplay's 65 dB and its output impedance 8Ω against 3.2Ω. Both share thd (1.000%) and input impedance (100000Ω).
The MicroZOTL's thd is 0.200% against the Moreplay's 1.000%, its output impedance 2Ω against 3.2Ω, and its input sensitivity 0.7V RMS against 1.0V RMS. Both share class (A).
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