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The only disappointment that I had in auditioning the S4’s phono stage was not having a DS Audio optical cartridge to test out the S4’s EQ capability. Believe me, I tried to secure a DS Audio cartridge for review, but the queue is way out the door and down the street! Others will have to tell that part of the story. Long story short, the phono stage of the S4 sounds superb, and significantly adds to the S4’s appeal. In sum, the S4 preamp and S300+ amplifier faithfully and accurately deliver source material and ancillary system choices. They do better with a little warm up, however, and the the power supply for the S4 and the S300+ run warm, so keep a cool bevvy at the ready.

Whew! Okay, so maybe all of this is more than simply “Notes.” Like the Ebravo streamer, the KECES Audio S300+ Power Amplifier and S4 Stereo Preamplifier offer excellent value and highly accomplished sound. KECES Audio is a new discovery for me, (although there are reviews on PF dating back more than a few years). I have a feeling that, as word spreads about this company’s sound and apparent build quality, the prices will go up. As such, the S300+ Amplifier and S4 Stereo Preamplifier may be worth auditioning sooner, rather than later. I’m confident that you will find such an effort to be well worth your time.

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