EAR 868P Preamplifier w/ Phonostage

East End Hi-Fi is selling their demo EAR Yoshino 868P line stage pre-amplifier that also comes with a phono stage..  This Unit is Seven years old and in very very good condition. are seven years old, and in very good condition. This unit was in our third demo system, and it doesn't have a ton of playtime on it. They come with the original EAR tubes, but we have a big supply of NOS 6922 tubes, And will sell them at an under market value for the buyer.

SoundStage Mag said:

"There was never a time when I found the EAR 868 wanting in any serious way. It is an outstanding linestage, and considering that only $1700 more will get you a phono stage as well, with variable gain and adjustable impedance settings via quality output transformers, it’s also an excellent value. Audiophiles looking for the very best in performance yet preferring an unfussy rig would do well to audition the EAR 868. What it does it does at a reference level."

"The EAR 868 is yet another superb piece of engineering from Tim de Paravicini, and deserves serious consideration by anyone looking for a full-function preamp of stunning good looks that produces a big sound and an unforgettably rich tone with all kinds of music."

Enjoythemusic.com said:

"Many recordings passed through my system both Black Disc and Compact Disc. Indeed the sound quality of the EAR / Yoshino 868 always conformed to GIGO (Garbage In Garbage Out). The CD sound quality proved to be better than my reference system. The CD sources used were more consistent in that it did not vary as much as the quality of the vinyl sources. To minimize one possible variable, I based my assessment on one very good vinyl recording. This reviewing thing has a definite down side, and that is I will be parting with the EAR / Yoshino 868 tube preamplifier with phonostage that perhaps represents the state-of-the-art not just for today, but for a long time to come.
As always enjoy the music and from yours truly, Semper Hi-Fi"



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