Best budget preamp for my entry level system?

Greetings everyone. I need some input on the selection of a pre-amplifier.

After years of making the most of and enjoying my existing budget system, I'm kicking in a few dollars to upgrade my system. I'm currently using a Marantz 2215B receiver, a Pioneer PL-550 turntable, a pair of Boston Acoustic CR-9's, an old junky JBL sub, and a bluetooth adapter to connect to my i-phone for streaming audio....

So far I have purchased the following replacement / upgrade components: Zu Audio Omen Dirty Weekend Speakers, and a Emotiva UPA-200 Amplifier.

>>> Any recommendations on a pre-amplifier? I'm definitely thinking pre-owned, and something around $300. Would want to connect my existing turntable, and a good quality CD player to it in the future. Also like to use my I-phone as a source as well through either a bluetooth adapter, or plugging in directly. I mostly listen to classic rock and rock.

Thank you, any feedback provided would be greatly appreciated!

Rene

barkeyzee107-29-2019 2:23pm

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larry5729 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,016 posts 08-02-2019 at 01:37pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I'm curious. Why would you choose those speakers?
russbutton Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 462 posts 08-02-2019 at 03:00pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete This is easy. One of your very best values in budget gear are the Hafler line. For a preamp, look for a DH110. In fact, there's a Hafler DH110 on EBay right now for $169. Snap it up. https://www.ebay.com/itm/113833599853
harrylavo Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 346 posts 08-02-2019 at 04:38pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Other really good lower cost values: older Dyna PAS 3/3x tube units; Counterpoint SA-1000 tube unit.
buellrider97 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 644 posts 08-02-2019 at 08:04pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Paint me stupid , but I like their sound . Maybe others do too !
sleepwalker65 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 832 posts 08-03-2019 at 03:45am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Johnkent3 does the Yamaha CX-630 use traditional relays or solid state switches for input selection? I’ve got a NAD 1600 preamp/ tuner that has solid state switches, one of which had become defective and causing distortion. I’ve liked the quality that Yamaha stands for, and might replace the NAD 1600 with one of these.