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Exploring Preamp options for the Pass XA25

Please feel free to share preamp options for the XA25. I presently have an Acoustic Research LS-3 and am not sure this is the perfect combination. The Pass Headphone preamp is one option that I'm considering. Tube preamps?
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wlutke
725 posts
 
I have 100 hours on a Herron VTSP-360 and it's settled in and opened up.  It adds tube magic and really shows what the XA-25 can do.  Speed, power, dynamics, and finesse without breaking a sweat.  
1markr
594 posts
 
The Backert Rhumba is a splendid match with my XA-25. I get pretty much the same sonic qualities as wlutke above with his Herron. The XA-25 is a great match with tubed preamplifiers, IMO!
jperry
2,448 posts
 
Pass preamp. They were made for each other
aberyclark
1,355 posts
 
I have the PS audio bhk pre with my FirstWatt J2. Sounds great. However, I may seek out a Pass pre after new year. 
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coachpoconnor OP
380 posts
 
These are my list of recommendations so far.
Pass Labs XPA-1
Pass Labs XP-10
Herron VTSP-360
PS audio BHK
Backert Rhumba
Would any of the Prima Luna preamps be an option?

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