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Need under $1500 preamp for my system

Hi,
I listen to classical and jazz. I like nuance and warmth. I have...

Aerial 10T’s - Speakers
Parasound Zone Master 2350 - Power Amp
Music Fidelity X-ray (has coax digital out) - CD player

...and I need a preamp under $1500. I am considering streaming, but also have plenty of vinyl, (and an inexpensive turntable, which I also might upgrade.) I am considering the Parasound NewClassic 200 Pre, but would love other recommendations as well. Also having a built in tuner might be nice.
Thanks
rbkaudio
rbkaudio OP
9 posts
 
Thanks for the feedback so far. The ModWright 9.0SE doesn't appear to have a phono stage, which I need. Is that correct?
patrickdowns's avatar
patrickdowns
503 posts
 
I have an Audio Alchemy DDP-1 + PS 5 power supply and LOVE it. Great headphone amp too, excellent DAC. No phono stage though.


atagulkula
14 posts
 
There are 1 or 2 listed already and I will be listing another-Krell HTS that while also multi channel throws an outstanding sounstage and is highly nuanced IMO.   I use a Jolida tube tuner with it and it is really engaging.   
Well under 1500 
cheeg's avatar
cheeg
243 posts
 
Have you considered the Parasound Halo P6 2.1 Channel Preamp & DAC?  $1599 at Audio Advisor: https://www.audioadvisor.com/Preamplifiers/products/12/
johnto
1,005 posts
 
Second on the Parasound great products at fantastic prices. This is loaded with features.
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