Preamp with XLR input under 1k?

Mahlerian, I would not have guessed English was not your first language by your postings.
What I meant by my post is, only you will be able to decide which of the suggested preamps will work best in your system.

Oh yes Timrhu, you're right. Unfortunately i can't try most of them in my country so i have to decide without listen them. That's why i want to be sure.

I read good things about Avant Pre.

How about it?

Thank you

save for a BAT VK-3ix, They actually show up used here from time to time but are worth every penny new

Thanks Velocityofhue

Someone just listed a BAT 5i. They are asking $1500 for it but it looks like the seller may negotiate on price. You would probably have to spend a little more than your budget allows, but I say its worth it. The preamp is the most important component in the system to get right.