I would suggest an MFA Magus or this Atma-sphere as options. I really liked the Magus and two of the principles are still around. Atma-sphere also supports the linked preamp.
FWIW
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Quality, Affordable, Preamps?
I would suggest an MFA Magus or this Atma-sphere as options. I really liked the Magus and two of the principles are still around. Atma-sphere also supports the linked preamp. FWIW |
Lots of choices in the range of $2000. I went through the preamp upgrade process a few times in the last couple of years, from anthem to audiomirror and finally settled at Modwright. I picked up a lightly used SWLP9.0se for $2150. If you decide later on (bound to happen) to introduce vinyl into your rig, you cant go wrong and this model has the outboard power supply which is a major overall upgrade. This is probably my last preamp, its a killer. Built like a tank and Dan Wright treats used buyers like new buyers, he's a total class act who's in it for the long run. If you want the straight line stage you can go from $1000 to $1500 or a little more for the upgraded models in the used market. Incredible buy. |
PS Audio makes a PCA-2 with the HCPS, it is in the same league as Rowlands best! Quality power cords, interconnects, and you are in "Like Flint!" Clean, quiet, NUETRAL, Dynamic pre-amp combination. Available as low as $1200! This is a TRUE $3k Pre amp combo! I have tried many pre-amps, but this is something very special from PS Audio. INMHO, You need to spend in excess of $10k to really appreciate a real improvement is sound. It is THAT GOOD! When mated with the right amp. and the Best cables are used. I LOVE MY MUSIC! |