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Almost embarrassed to ask, but...

I’m seriously considering a high(ish) end used pre amp as my next upgrade. Currently using Marantz AVP, and looking for the next step up in sq for 2 channel. I have an Oppo UDP205 for discs, but also use a lot of streaming music. The Oppo has the DAC, but I’d need to get the streaming music into it. From the Oppo I’d take analog out to the pre amp. I can use a tablet, but I’d prefer a stand alone unit plugged into the Oppo. Also, what is the best connection for digital output of the streamer to digital in on the Oppo?
english210
loomisjohnson
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i would use your oppo as a preamp (connected via analog outs directly to your power amp)--it's a high-quality piece that will likely outperform alot of separate preamps. you'd connect your streamer to the oppo thru the streamer's optical or coaxial out--which will sound better is a matter of opinion.
djones51
4,947 posts
 
The Oppo has a good dac what amplifier are you using? Does the Marantz have an amp or is it just the preamp processor? 
tomcarr
1,482 posts
 
My source is the Oppo 103 and I have tried it as a pre going into a Vincent SP-331. Ultimately I have things set up now using the 103 digital out into a Schiit Modi Multi DAC then to a Schiit Freya (the one with the tubes) then to the Vincent amp. Very pleased with the sound, but that's with my speakers, my choice of cables, and in my heavily treated dedicated listening room. As always, YMMV.
Tom
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rja
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Don't know what your budget is but you could check Backert Labs
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