Grexer,
Yes, the pre 402 are pretty muffled.. Dynamic wise, they dont have the problems...
Bro Saw,
Regarding the price, I have no idea. But Iam just collecting information for future references... I have checked in MYCH, the price is not cheap. Its about 100 odd/m and about 50odd/m to 60odd/m, thats from Vodka posting. Outside retail no idea. Probably can get them prices from Amcorp Mall.