World Premiere! Backert Labs Rhumba Extreme 1.4 Preamplifier Review

World Premiere! Backert Labs Rhumba Extreme 1.4 Preamplifier Review

World Premiere! Backert Labs Rhumba Extreme 1.4 Preamplifier Review

Posted by on 2024-07-20

From the moment I took it out of the box, it was clear the Rhumba Extreme 1.4 preamp is a well-thought-out and designed component with excellent build quality. There are no visible screws or ventilation slots on the chassis itself, giving it a very clean look. It is designed for the person who has or expects to evolve into owning a fairly extensive high-end system. It has flexible connectivity without locking in a phono stage, DAC, or streamer that may be unnecessary for your needs or become technologically obsolete. It is a Class A design with auto-bias, zero negative feedback, and low current and voltage passing through the tubes which coincidentally embodies long and trouble-free tube life.