Pass Laboratories Aleph X2.5 Preamplifier see here! 
Mike
Solid state preamp with a mono switch and remote
I have been a tube guy for quite some time, but would like to pick up a good quality solid state preamp with remote control and a mono switch, just to have as a reference point.
Im looking for recommendations for great sounding units under $5k.
The mono switch seems to be the limiting factor, i checked out the latest “Recommended Components” list and all of the “reasonably priced” solid state options lacked the mono function.
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@george_r +1 on the Anthem STR. I’ve owned that amp and it is very solidly built and does everything well for a fair price. |
Over 60 year period I had SS, then tubes, then SS, then back to Tubes. You know you prefer tubes. I use a Chase RLC-1 Remote Line Controller so that I can continue to enjoy my Vintage Full Featured Tube Tuner Preamp which has no remote features. This is an unusual listing for two working units with 2 remotes for $120., one unit has cosmetic issue. You get optional features: remote power, remote volume, remote balance, remote tone controls, and it has automatic and progressive bass boost for very low level listening. I only use 1 input in/out, but it has 4 selectable lines in and 2 identical out.. Once you realize how much difference a slight tweak to balance can make, there is no living without it. You can use it in/out or in a switched loop like tape or processor. Neither I nor any of my friends have ever been able to detect if it is In or Out of my 3 systems. From time to time there are none available to several, like now https://www.hifishark.com/search?q=chase+rlc-1 You MUST have a remote, there are no controls on the unit.
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