Budget preamp recommendation...besides Schiit.

"So many suggestions" - Yes, that is what you are going to get, based on that type of question.

Used Backert - great suggestion, but hard to find.

Forgot to mention: Aric Audio.

Be willing to stretch the budget, and not limit yourself too much, on a preamp.

Quicksilver - is a third suggestion a charm?

I forgot I also have a Schitt SYS, $49.

Schiit Audio: Audio Products Designed and Built in Texas and California

It is surprisingly good. I used it a few times with a FM tuner.

Here ya go.  I’d take this over the Shiit, especially with the LPS…

https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650017308-linear-tube-audio-micro-zotl-mz-2/

used rogue audio RH 5 , headphone amp linestage.

2 tube followers

adjustable gain.

has balanced in and out

not classic tubey but refined, super clear, dynamic driving sound and huge soundstage.