VV3 vs PrimaLuna EVO 400 Preamp
The EVO 400 Preamp's signal-to-noise is 93 dB against the VV3's 90 dB, its thd 0.500% against 0.300%, and its output impedance 256Ω against 600Ω. Both share class (Tube).
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The Line Magnetic VV-3 is a limited-production, 300B-based vacuum-tube line preamplifier. It uses a transformer volume control rather than a conventional potentiometer and a Western Electric WE20A-inspired tube power supply. The output stage uses four 12AU7 tubes. Available product information says production ended after a limited number were made, reportedly because of parts-supply problems.
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The IT-85's signal-to-noise is 95 dB against the VV3's 90 dB, its thd 3.000% against 0.300%, and its output impedance 400Ω against 600Ω. Both share class (Tube).
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