Amp/Preamp Asylum: REVIEW: Audio Electronic Supply AE-3 Preamplifier (Tube) by digiphobe

Model:	AE-3
Category:	Preamplifier (Tube)
Suggested Retail Price:	$717.00
Description:	Very simple tubed (6SN7) pre-amp
Manufacturer URL:	Audio Electronic Supply
Manufacturer URL:	Audio Electronic Supply

Review by digiphobe ( A ) on February 01, 2004 at 22:22:31
IP Address: 208.181.220.152

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Had the ae3 for about 3 months (built from kit)
Although this pre has a good overall sound with decent frequency extention, I found that there was some noise/hum issues that couldn't be resolved. Me thinks the close prox. of the tranny has much to do with this.
My latest edition to my system is the MAD ultra 4a preamp with phono input.
This two box affair with separate power sply is a better all around pre with a sweeter mid/hi and a richer presentation, and above all - quieter, and damn good sound for the money.

Product Weakness: A bit of noise/ hum at lower volumes.
Product Strengths: Has a pleasant tubey sound and decent price.

Associated Equipment for this Review:
Amplifier:	Exposure 2010
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	MAD 4a ultra/ Auricaps
Sources (CDP/Turntable):	Roksan Radius 5
Speakers:	modded Regas
Cables/Interconnects:	blah blah blah
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	rock, pop,jazz
Room Size (LxWxH):	20 x 14 x 8
Room Comments/Treatments:	nada
Time Period/Length of Audition:	3 months
Other (Power Conditioner etc.):	Aud power
Type of Audition/Review:	Product Owner

Product Weakness:	A bit of noise/ hum at lower volumes.
Product Strengths:	Has a pleasant tubey sound and decent price.