Tube Preamp Reviews

BC21 line preamplifier: Tube complement: two 6SN7. Three line-level RCA inputs, 1 pair tape inputs/outputs, 1 pair line outputs. Maximum output: 20V RMS. No other specifications published. Power requirements: 120V AC, 50/60Hz, 38W.
Dimensions: 17.5" W by 3.625" H by 8.625" D. Weight: 15 lbs net.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 21PPPVXXCP.
Price: $1500 (2001); $1650 with Alps pot, $1900 with Shallco stepped-ladder attenuator or with a motorized Alps pot and a wireless remote control. For an additional $75, any version can also be ordered with the Processor Loop Option (2003).

BC22 solid-state class-AB power amplifier: Two RCA line inputs, two XLR balanced line inputs (switch-selectable), four multiway binding posts. Power output: 125Wpc into 8 ohms (21dBW). No other specifications published. Power requirements: 120V AC, 50/60Hz, 600W max.
Dimensions: 17.5" W by 3.625" H by 14.375" D. Weight: 30 lbs net.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 22PPPKXXPX.
Price: $2150.

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Warranty: 3 years parts & labor (90 days on tubes). Approximate number of dealers: 12.
Manufacturer: Blue Circle Audio Inc., RR#2, Innerkip, Ontario N0J 1M0, Canada. Tel: (519) 469-3215. Fax: (519) 469-3782. Web: www.bluecircle.com.