Decent preamp


I didn't say good because I'm in the budget but what's a decent preamp I could buy to work with Aragon 2004 amp? I'm thinking tube but let me know your opinions. Was advised to stay away from emotiva and other factory direct brands but not sure if that's a valid opinion.
cygnusx8
The Audible Illusions M3 worked very well for me when I had the Aragon amp. The Aragon 24K was good as well.
Where did you hear ignore direct sales? I use ps audio equipment and they make some damn good stuff
It was more related to emotiva and other cheaper brands. I know PS Audio is top notch.
Luminous Audio Technology Axium passive pre. May not do better ever? Under 1K? 
I would recommend you stick with separates but your budget could be a problem. Used Modwright, Belles, DeHavilland or Van Alstine are all quality but may be too expensive. If you are not averse to Hong Kong designed and built I had an Audio Experience Symphonies tube pre which performed well before I upgraded to a Van Alstine. With tubes rolled to NOS RCAs there was not a great difference between the two preamps and the Audio Experience could probably be found for $600 or less.