I recently asked a question about the Buzz MA 2.2 and Millennia HV-3 for recording of acoustic based music (with vocals) and got a number of great responses. From Lynn's Pre CD I found the Buzz to be warmer/less open than the HV-3. I like the clearer more open and transparent sound of the HV-3.

I had pretty much decided on the HV-3, but after reading and talking to several folks, I am interested in seeing how the Pendulum MDP-1 might stack up to the HV-3. I realize the HV-3 is probably cleaner/more accurate and transparent, but the MDP-1 sounds like it can go from clean to more colorful, depending on how hard you drive the input stage. I also realize this is generally true for most tube pres, but it sounds like the Pendulum may be well suited to acoustic guitar, mandolin and vocals (maybe cleaner/clearer, less wooly than many tube pres).

Any opinions on the Pendulum and how it would compare to the HV-3?

Thanks.
Tim T