Counterpoint SA-3000 Tube Preamplifier [preamp] with MC/MM phono stage

Counterpoint SA-3000 Tube Preamplifier
All original, no modifications
Made in the USA by Mike Elliot. He is still available through Alta Vista Audio to do high end modifications if you are interested in upgrading

Incredible phono stage for both a Moving Coil MC, or Moving Magnet MMcartridge
2 tubes in Phono Stage (1 for left and 1 for right) which use type 6DJ8 (or equivalent)
1 tube for the Line Stage (6DJ8 or equivalent)
1 Rectifier tube type 6CA4 (or equivalent)

External power supply keeps noise amazingly low
Great condition (see photos) RCA plugs have some oxidation from age, but work fine
*note: the interior plastic housing for the CD input cracked, and Brian at Electrolab in San Diego simply dabbed a bit of hot glue to keep it in place. Not pretty, but effective.

Includes several sets of matching tubes for rolling in the phono and line stages (Sovtek--which are the Counterpoint original brand--and Philips JAN). This way you can get the sound how you like Also an extra rectifier tube
All tubes test good with Heathkit tube tester

Includes original manual (which originally cost extra) and original box (secure fit, though it's pretty ugly)
*Please note that I am keeping the SA-100 amp, the manual is pictured in the last image but is not for sale.

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