A used Ayre K-5xeMP at around 2K should also be added to your short list. I purchased one here on Agon and couldn't be happier.
Shopping for a preamp
I’m in the market for a preamp. I use a Rogue Cronus Magnum Integrated. I have been looking at phono-pre’s which is fine if I use my integrated as a line stage and power amp. I am also thinking long term so I may be best suited to buy a preamp with built in pre and add a power amp down the road. Budget is between $2,500-$4K.
I've had my eye on:
Herron VTPH2
Whest Three Signature
ARC DSPre
Pass Labs XP-15
I welcome all recommendations on those listed above as well as for other phono-pre’s or for a preamp with built in phono-pre.
My set-up:
Rogue Cronus Magnum
Zu Soul MkII
VPI Scout 1.1
Soundsmith Zephyr MkII
Zu Cabling
I've had my eye on:
Herron VTPH2
Whest Three Signature
ARC DSPre
Pass Labs XP-15
I welcome all recommendations on those listed above as well as for other phono-pre’s or for a preamp with built in phono-pre.
My set-up:
Rogue Cronus Magnum
Zu Soul MkII
VPI Scout 1.1
Soundsmith Zephyr MkII
Zu Cabling
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