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Tube pre amp suggestions for my Bryston 3BST

I'm looking to use a tube pre amp to warm up and add some dynamics to my 3BST. I'm considering a Conrad Johnson PV10B or maybe an older Sonic Frontier Line 1...
I have read a number of your discussions here that promote the use of tube pre amps with brighter SS amps. I like the idea very much, just looking for some suggestions/feedback on specific mates for my amp.
p.s. Arcam CD, PMC LB1s or Dynaudio Audience 82s.
gelmhirst
canucks0
44 posts
 
Check out the Blue Circle 21.1 (Re-reviewed in Stereophile most recently). It'll tame things down and bring sound you expected to your ears. Cheers.Dave.
kek23
48 posts
 
I was using a AES AE-3 with a 4Bst with great results, went on to a Rogue Magnum 99. You difinitely want to go the tube route; it brings out the best in the Bryston. You dont know what your missing until you throw a tube preamp into your system. Good luck and happy listening.

kek
gelmhirst OP
64 posts
 
thanks everyone, these suggestions are very helpful !
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nac25
8 posts
 
How about a BAT VK3i? Balanced connection, tubed pre that can be had for a little over $1k?
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