Cary Audio Design SLP-98L Tube Preamplifier; Mundorf Cap Upgrade

Name: Cary Audio Design SLP-98L Tube Preamplifier; Mundorf Cap Upgrade
Brand: The Music Room
SKU: 97348
Price: 2799.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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Upgraded Mundorf MCap EVO SilverGold Oil output capacitors installed ($300 upgrade).

The Cary Audio Design SLP-98L is a Class A triode vacuum tube line stage preamplifier featuring 20dB of gain, zero feedback, four 6SN7 octal tubes, and hand-wired point-to-point construction. Serving as a central command hub for analog systems, it manages five line-level inputs while preserving signal purity. It isolates its power transformer within an external enclosure to shield sensitive audio circuits from electrical noise. Built in North Carolina, this chassis includes dual channel-level trim controls to balance gains across upstream gear.

Critical acclaim highlights the SLP-98L for its open soundstage and velvety, textured midrange reproduction. Reviewers at Home Theater Review praise its ability to smooth harsh edges while delivering realistic tonal weight and emotional intimacy. It earned selection as a Stereophile Recommended Component for providing outstanding musicality without coloration.

Integrating this preamplifier into your signal path restores natural warmth, scale, and three-dimensional realism to every recording. By combining point-to-point wiring with a zero-feedback triode circuit, it eliminates fatigue while revealing micro-dynamic detail. For the enthusiast seeking traditional tube performance and artisan build quality, it provides a timeless foundation for an engaging high-fidelity system.

Brand	Cary Audio Design
Type	Preamplifiers
MSRP	$5,495.00
SKU #	97348
Serial #	150102
Cosmetic Rating	8 - Very good condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including light scuffing and swirls in the top's gloss finish. These blemishes are not readily visible, and do not detract from the overall wonderful appearance.
Functional Notes	Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.
Age	5 years
Owners	2
Service History	None

Preamplifier, Remote, 4x 6SN7 Tubes, Umbilical, Power Supply, Manual, Power Cable, Factory Packaging

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