Tube Preamp Reviews

Analog source: Rega Planar 3 turntable, Grado Reference Master Cartridge.
Digital source: California Audio Labs CL-20 DVD/CD player.
Preamplifier: Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista.
Power amplifier: Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista 300, Mesa Baron.
Loudspeakers: Celestion A3, Joseph RM7si, Soliloquy S10 powered subwoofer.
Cables: Synergistic Research Resolution Reference Mark II, Designer's Reference biwires, Synergistic Research Resolution Reference Mk.II and Designer's Reference interconnects (with Discrete and Active Shielding); Synergistic Research Master Control Center; Synergistic Research Designer's Reference² Master Couplers and JPS Labs Kaptavator AC cords.
Accessories: Signal Guard II Isolation Stand (turntable), Shakti Stones, PolyCrystal Cones, Argent Room Lens, EchoBusters Bass Busters and Absorptive and Diffusive Panels.—Chip Stern