Looking at these specific preamps give me your opinions


I'm building a system and I have an SMC Audio DNA.5 power amp that was built about a year ago so it's up to date on technology although it is still single ended.  I have NX-otica and OB subwoofers from GR Research.  I am looking for a good preamp.  I have a few in mind and would like some opinions.  I have listed them below.

TLC-2  GT24 built by SMC Audio

VRE-1c made by SMC Audio

Revelation Raven tube preamp by Spatial Audio

LTA tube preamp

The TLC-2 and Revelation would need to be purchased new the others I might catch them online used.

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@brbrock The 'Revelation Raven tube preamp by Spatial Audio', has a substantial Pedigree, and is also the work of individuals who have taken the Design Intent and selections made for the circuitry that is beyond usually discovered in the main stream manufacture arena.

Valve Circuit Enthusiasts are extremely fortunate to have this model as competitively priced option.

I would love the chance to be seated om front of one.

For the Short List it is well worthwhile to attempt to have a experience of one in use.  

Add Audio Research and Rogue to your list. 
Rogue RP1 is an enormous bargain and a serious competitor.