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Balanced/Differential tube preamplifier recommendation?

First post here. Hello

 

I have a Wyred4Sound ST-500mkII class D power amplifier. I would like a balanced/differential tube preamplifier to go with it. Ideally I would spend less than $2000 on this preamp. A remote for power and volume control is a must for me. 

I would like something that is true balanced, as my source is also true balanced

I have seen a few options, but most seem to be out of my price range, and to be an uneven match for a fairly affordable power amp like I have. Any suggestions? Thank you 🙂

thought9
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atmasphere
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steakster I've looked at that one. Would be perfect if it had a remote

@thought9 FWIW a remote volume control is available for the MP-3.

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atmasphere really now? Is the IR sensor built into the preamp, and all that needs to be done is for a remote to be bought separately? Or do I need to buy a unit that is custom ordered with a remote receiver?

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mbmi
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I have the Audio GD HE-1 SE 10 tube preamp....It's a beautiful sounding pre for the $$$...can't go wrong. I paired it w/ the Peachtree GaN 400 and it's  magic... Good Luck to you.....

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atmasphere really now? Is the IR sensor built into the preamp, and all that needs to be done is for a remote to be bought separately? Or do I need to buy a unit that is custom ordered with a remote receiver?

@thought9 If its got a remote installed its all set to go- the handheld unit should be with it. Its an option- some people prefer the stepped volume control instead, which can't be motorized.

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@atmasphere alright, that makes sense. Why can't the existing attenuator be motorized? It is a resistor ladder? I know of plenty of preamps that can be controlled with a remote that use resistor ladders

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