Looking for preamp suggestions

I'm looking for suggestions of preamps to consider. My requirements:

Minimum two sets of balanced inputs and at least 2 unbalanced
Balanced and unbalanced outputs and ability to use both simultaneously (for use with a sub)
Remote control of volume, mute, input selection
Small increments of volume control (=/< 1dB steps)
Volume level readout, visible from 12 feet away
Solid state or tube
Quiet, reliable, unfussy, established brand, attractive
Good sonics, of course, but the human factors above are equally important
No more than $3K used

Whadya think? Thanks