Purchase a SS pre amp that sounds like a tube pre amp
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Audio Research SP3a Audio Research SP10 Conrad Johnson PV5 Marantz 7c McIntosh C22 McIntosh 110z * Tuner Preamp All sound like tubes, all have excellent phono stages. All will require maintenance to perform at their best. A more recent possibility: Brown Audio Labs SP-1B https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/brown-audio-labs-sp-1b-preamplifier/?page=2 The above review, and all others are stellar. Slightly out of th box suggestion would be a VanAlstine Super PAS3. This is a highly modified Dynaco PAS3 preamp, offered by the VanAlstine company. Long time Stereophile recommended component, available for less than $500, and would allow you to find out if this is the path you want to follow. It is a very good preamp- sounding much better than many that cost a lot more. Should you decide to move on from it, resale value is excellent so you may even have a profit after resale. |
I agree with the Conrad Johnson Suggestions. I had a CJ Evolution 20 for years - It was hard for me to part with it. Generally I think CJ out performs the McIntosh in/on every level. Although the suggestions for the newer pre amp companies are very good , I do not think they would satisfy you as much as a CJ. Best of Luck |
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