High gain preamps [30db +]

Do you mean in the line section of the preamp?

Yes,The inestage..

Audible Illusions is around 30db.  Conrad Johnson has some in the mid-high 20s.  

Michi P5 by Rotel is 40dB

http://www.rotel.com/product/p5

Thanks to all for passing along good info.I have purchased an Audible Illusions L2 from Galen Carol in San Antonio.It was refurbished by the factory and comes with a 1 year warranty.I paid $900 which seems reasonable.Anyway will see how it goes.Again,thanks for your responses,Dan