Looking for a crystal clear / dynamic tube preamp


Dear fellow addicts:
I am on a search for a very crystal clear, ultra dynamic sounding tubed preamp in the $2k price range. Also, ideas on NOS tubes which would be most appropriate with the preamp are very welcome.
I do need a remote control, since I simply no longer find the strength to get off my butt, and crawl to my audio rack to adjust the volume each time I feel the need.
I reiterate the need for a crystal-clear presentation (as well as strong dynamics, and bass). A silver faceplate option is a huge plus.
My system is as follows... Von Schweikert VR5 speakers with the magnesium code woofers option($10K?), Pass Labs X250 power amp ($6K), Arcam CD33t CD player ($2.5k), cables by Verbatim (hand made by a genius by the name of Paul Garner, of Von Schweikert Audio.... ps. Thanks, Paul!)
I would be willing to stretch the budget, within reason for something truly, special....
Best regards.

pkale69

Supratek Syrah. Be sure to check whether it comes with a remote. Some do and some don't. It is certainly a contender at this price point (and beyond...)

Good luck.
Herron VTSP-1A/166! There's a few right now on Audiogon for right under $2,000.00. Fantastic pre-amp!

Chuck
They're awesome pre's it replaced my Threshold and was not even a contest, gone is the cold, cold, sound of SS and in is the "smooth" sound of toobs.

I had the T-hold going into Manley's and already had toobs, but the BAT 3i made a huge difference.

loontoon