Comments on: Schiit Freya 2 Preamplifier Gives You Five Ways to Mix Tubes and Solid State for $999 https://www.ecoustics.com/products/schiit-freya-2-preamplifier/ everything hi-fi Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:17:05 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 By: Ian White https://www.ecoustics.com/products/schiit-freya-2-preamplifier/#comment-636682 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:17:05 +0000 https://www.ecoustics.com/products/schiit-freya-2-preamplifier/#comment-636682 In reply to Cal Dog Tracks.

Cal,

It’s increasingly difficult to find a reliable tube preamp these days below $1,000 that is made domestically and that offers such a wide range of options. As someone who likes to use active speakers, this might be the preamp I’ve been looking for.

I agree about the Ray Reserve tubes. We’ve reviewed them and found them to be worth the price.

IW

]]> By: Cal Dog Tracks https://www.ecoustics.com/products/schiit-freya-2-preamplifier/#comment-636673 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:07:53 +0000 https://www.ecoustics.com/products/schiit-freya-2-preamplifier/#comment-636673 As a Freya+ F owner, the biggest benefits I see in Freya 2 are selectable 0/12 dB tube gain, independent tube/solid-state options for the input and output stages, lower output impedance, cooler operation, balance control, and expanded tube protection. Lower published distortion is nice, too, though it doesn’t necessarily mean an audible improvement. The main draw for me is flexibility – especially using tubes without the extra gain.

Naturally, I’m now thinking about selling my six-month-old Freya+ F and buying the Freya 2. Apparently, six months is what passes for a long-term relationship in this hobby. 😂 The Ray Reserve tubes are staying, though – we’re committed. 😎

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