Anyone running a tube preamp with a Pass XA25?


I've got a Pass XA25 and an XP12, great combo, no issues. Having said that, I'm curious how a tube pre might play with an XA25? Anyone running a combo? Thoughts? Impressions? No need for balanced out, a line stage is what I need. Thanks all!
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@poketacez I would add Cary SLP98 to your list. The combination of the Cary with some Svlvania 6SN7s and Pass XA25 sounds great. I much prefered it to the Rogue RP-5 with the Pass in my system. 

Used SLP98s can be easily found for less than 2k

That said, is there anything specific you are looking to improve in your system's  sound?

 

@knik thank you for the response. I have had my eyes on a Cary for a while as a possibility. I currently have the Schiit Freya and I’m thinking although it’s nice and adds some flavors (passive, gain stage and tube) it doesn’t really sound like tubes and I’m thinking I could do better. I’ll keep an eye out for a used Cary! Thanks a lot 

Check out Aric Audio. He has 6sn7 tube preamps at several price points.  There is one used up for sale here on AG.