Very happy with RL-11. The knobs were the only reason I purchased. Just LOVE its looks. The RL 11 is a very fine preamplifier. They focus on the basics.
Simplicity is a virture here.
It allows them to create an inexpensive preamplifier that is very clean and smooth. They get quality and efficiency. Sure, I'll be selling it off when I upgrade but for the last three years it's been a truly 'no regrets' purchase. This is what a pre-amp should be. Very little controls, few paths, clean, efficient and fast.