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Preamp recommendation

In the market for a new pre-amp and looking for suggestions. I know this is very subjective to one’s tonal qualities so let’s consider all options in the $2k range.

My current system is analog and I have no interest in digital. Currently running VPI Scout, Elac Alchemy PPA-2, Parasound A21 and Q Acoustics 3050i.

I’m leaning towards a used Parasound JC-2 or Wyred4 Sound STP SE, both in the price range. I had a previous post considering the Jolida or Vincent but have decided not to go hybrid based on inconsistent reviews.

Thoughts?
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digitaljoseph
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I have the parasound and am quite satisfied, however their customer support is quite poor. Ihave had to find work around for my questions. I was considering on my short list their new jc1 + monoblocks, but due to their support issues have decided on other products
daj
87 posts
 
Why no mention of Prima Luna? What is the opinion on Prima Luna? Just asking.
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bosssound
122 posts
 
I use a Parasound JC2 in my system, and am very happy with sound. It is paired with a modded A21. Replaced stock fuses with HiFi Tuning Supreme, which is a tweak you might consider. Biggest bang was from replacing fuse at back, but replacing fuses in rails produced improvements also.
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georgehifi
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vette5451 OP
  Does the Goldpoint offer remote volume.? The website didn’t promote this option?
They are a Californian company give them a call, they may do an option for it or recommend one  (408) 721-7102  (Sunnyvale, California)
   
If not there are many manufacturers doing them just search "Passive Preamps remote" 
https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1CHBF_en-GBAU927AU927&ei=1XG8X8nGDc-E4-EP1vSsiAo&q=Passi...

Cheers George   
hannahberry
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The sound system was essential to me and I used Parasound JC2 it produced very good sound, when I played geometry dash I needed it to sound so good.
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