Pre amp assist


Have a very old AR LS-8 loved it but long it tooth.

What does this group feel would be good replacement under 3K (new or used price). I want tubes as I feel it softens my channel island class D amps. I use a ps audio Digital link iii with full cullen mods

I'm thinking a jolida fusion with mods or a mod wright

Thoughts appreciated.
mlapenta
I disagree with Mechans' comment regarding ARC sounding like solid state. If you want to improve on your LS-8 and you like the Audio Research sound step up to one of the Reference preamps.
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