best preamp ever - cost is no object

If cost is no object then a travel budget shouldn't be either. You need to get out and listen to all of the preamps that interest you, no matter where they might be. Remember it's a process to be enjoyed every bit as much as the result. Have fun and happy listening! Oh almost forgot, check out the brand new reference preamp from Air Tight, I can't remember the model designation, but it shouldn't be hard to find.

Counterpoint assaulted the state of the art with their SA11,4? some years ago.The designer is still around in So Cal.You could call him most any time,I'm thinking....good luck,we are envious understandably,Bob

I would have to say the Supratek Grange.

Partial to VAC Phi 2.0 - Statement piece

The two finest with which I have much experience are the Atma-Sphere MP-1 and the CTC Blowtorch. Disclaimer - I peddle one and owned the other. With suitable system matching, they're in the same league.