Best preamp under 1500$ freya+ , cary slp03 ?

I too am looking for somethin like the OP. Hard to find an ideal product under 1500-2000$

Used Modwright Instrument LS100 or LS 36.5. 

The basic Linear Tube Audio Micro Zotl Mark II is $1295 . I am using one and would not want more, Read reviews compare. Try to hear one, can't be beat at this price.

I had the Freya+ and sold it. This new Schitt preamp is rather good on my 2-channel, and sounds better to me than the Freya+.

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

I think the Quicksilver preamps are very good.