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Need preamp recommendation

Hi everyone :)

I am in the market for a 2-ch preamp to go with my power amp, and am looking for some recomendations. Will prob go used, as I think I can get more value for my money. I would like to limit the sale price @ $4k.

Do I want this?:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Krell-Illusion-II-preamplifier/254393285505

Maybe something else?

Thanks in advance.


riffwraith
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jjss49
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by the look of your setup you like your music sounding sharp

better stick with a solid state pre -- go ayre, top of line w4s, maybe a used klyne... a tube pre may soften the sound more than you would like
edmundasj
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ROTEL MICHI P5. Fantastic preamp. It has all you need. Tone controls xlr imputs and DAC is Ian other level.  I got it under 4k with tax. Very transparent sound. Actually amps will make all the difference.  Consider it before committing to any other option
mcmvmx
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Audible illusions modulus 3B .At the price on the used market unbeatable and it come with moving coil stage if need be .
riffwraith OP
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Thanks ^

What is  moving coil stage?

riffwraith OP
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a tube pre may soften the sound more than you would like

I actually like the tube sound, and some softness. A little softer is better to me, coming from the LFAC days.... but too much, I agree, isn’t good either.


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