Some of you might freak out that the HP700 features tone controls, but Octave has included those and more in their flagship HP700 Preamplifier. Like their Phonomodule we reviewed a couple of years ago, the HP700 takes a modular approach, offering a wide variety of phono modules, RCA and XLR input modules and RCA or balanced XLR output modules, allowing you to customize it to your system.
Basically a vacuum tube design, the HP700 utilizes an enormous, external power supply, sophisticated voltage regulation and soft start circuits, with Octave claiming a 20 year life for the tubes. Electrical, mechanical and aesthetic design are beyond reproach, making the HP700 a true destination preamplifier. A perfect companion for their sublime Jubilee monoblocks. Full review in process.
Octave HP700 Preamplifier
$16,000
