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Which Preamp "internals" would you choose? Based on picture only

Please don't let country of origin influence, resale, etc. I'll keep it after I upgrade for a second system.  Just take into account the guts inside  (I'm no electrical guru so I am depending on people in the know). Of course, sound quality is the key. I know the Rogue is a favorite..however..it's still $1600. Is the Rogue really just an $800 preamp in a bigger box? I believe I am going to purchase one of these for short term and save up and get a much higher end preamp next year ($3500 +). I do need a pre for the next 9 or 10 months or so because I need inputs (I'm using my Pro-Ject MQA dac as a pre now, no analog inputs---actually sounds better than my Nova pre that I just sold)

All these have features and most importantly...the ability to switch inputs by remote (sorry Mapletree)

The rogue RP-1 is $1700 http://hometheaterhifi.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rogue-rp-1-image3.jpg

The Pro-Ject Prebox RS is $650 http://s23.postimg.org/658xi67bv/image.jpg

Schiit Freya $700 (I would guess Saga is similar) http://www.schiit.com/public/upload/general/freya-PCB-1920.jpg

Also This Pro-ject all analog Prebox looks interesting..no internal pics $360.00 http://www.audioaffair.co.uk/pro-ject-pre-box-ds2-analogue-pre-amplifier?

Thanks for any opinions
aberyclark
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Disclaimer, I own some Rogue gear inc. an RP-1.  But I'll add a vote for the RP-1 - given that Mark O'Brien has a background in transformer design, that critical component (at least) is likely to be well provisioned. 

OP, re: glennewdick's suggestion on the passive pre.  When you mentioned the Pro-Ject dac sounds better without the Nova pre... would you say it was better in all ways, or were there any tradeoffs? That might help determine whether a passive is the right fit. 
aberyclark OP
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The Pro-ject just seems more airy and wide. However, that may be due to the dac sounding better.  I have been in contact waith a rigue dealer hoping to find a nice used Magnum 99
c_s
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Airy and wide makes sense, taking the preamp out.  If you're interested in preserving that kind of transparency (from what I've read, or heard), I think RP-1, used Perseus, or a passive would be worth looking into. 

I haven't heard the 99 - I know it is well reviewed and worth a look.  From what I've read, it won't be as transparent as the aformentioned options... not to say it won't be a good fit... just something to consider.       
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