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What to buy with $2000?

I have been out of touch from high end gear for about 4 years. I was the proud owner of an AR LS5mkIII. I should have never sold it. I had a Blue Circle BC3 Galaeta. And now its time for a new pre amp for no more than $2000. I am interested in the AR LS 16mkIII. How about a quick education on other options.
Thanks Kindly,
Jonathan
jrud
nutella
223 posts
 
For my money I would go with a Joule LA 100 or a First Sound.
I used to own them both and would have no problem going back to them.
mikesinger
572 posts
 
arc ls25mk1...a little easier to tube roll than a ls5...
cellorover
426 posts
 
Technology and circuitry have changed. Price is not necessarily a pre-qualifying criteria. The Modwright SE 9.0 for $2300 will clearly outperform any other preamp under $4000. I would never have believed it if I had not heard it. See if you can squuze a couple more dollars and give this a listen.
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flg2001
543 posts
 
Just for the sake of trying something diiferent (and will not cost you a lot while you decide) ---- please try an Axiom Passive preamp ($125.00 us). I received mine some days ago (sold my Premier10) and is just doing great.

Regards

(ask for the caddock version. worths the extra money)
fishwater
178 posts
 
I second the Modwright, I have one of the beta units & love it. I would highly recommend one.
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