Need really cheap active switchbox

Thinking maybe the King Rex as revied at 6moons.But need to just run my system on something simple and cheap for CD and phono box till I ca get decent pre.Any suggestions that won't sound like total crap?Maybe at low price point I have to go passive but current source gear does not have variable out.Find passive generally lack bass and dynamic drive.So is their a miracle cheapo box out there or must I just pony up for pre?
Thanks
Chazz