So damn hard deciding which tube preamp to buy!

Although it seems that you’re getting a kick out of posting a seemingly ridiculous proposition...I’ll play.

At least figure out the basics as listed above several times. Then pick three brands and find a store in a big city that can demo all three. Fly to said city and make your choice. Simple.

If the $25k is a real number and you can’t make up your mind in 24 hours(!) then just go buy a name brand $25k preamp and sell it when you actually do make up your mind.

Regards,
barts

Buy this

https://www.nagraaudio.com/product/classic-preamp/

If your Mom gives you more money buy this

https://www.nagraaudio.com/product/hd-preamp/

Fishing without bait..... I think that sums it up.

I agree. This is all a waste of time.

YUP! A complete system for 25k I know I could, and be very happy..

25k for just a preamp, I would stay PISSED for the rest of my life knowing I spent 25k on any single component, NO MATTER..

Including speakers..

Regards