Transporter to Nuforce 9 SeV2 preamp search


I'm curious what the knowledgeable folks here can offer with regards to mating a good pre between 3K and 5K to my already great sounding setup?

So what's missing? Air, image depth, vocal warmth.
Radiohead sounded amazing last night, as does most of what I listen to. I'm really having fun with this combo! I know it can get much better and not having a pre (other than my Onkyo PR-SC885P) it's also a nuisance since I have to flip switches on the back of Nuforces (balanced to RCA) and often move cables to accommadate my HT setup.

I Love many forms of music and value all aspects of the musical experience.

My research has led me to the Modwright LS 36.5 and the Parasound JC-2. I see many folks seem to enjoy the Nu Horizons 2.1. Dodd is also a consideration.

Problems I foresee is the HT bypass. I would hate to limit my search to only HT bypass units but if there's a good one or an alternative to this problem, well, am all ears.
Thanks for your feedback.
128x128desalvo55
The Modwright 36.5 is the way to go! I run Dan's moddified Transporter into the 36.5 and it is a magical combination.
Dodd has HT pass-thru......unite doesn't have to be turn on for this feature to work. Since I am not familiar with Transporter , suggestions of others might be better then mine.
P.S
Dodd vs Modwright shot-out , this Saturday. Stay tune.

Mariusz
Rydenfan What is your associated equipment/speakers? Do you have MLS speakers? Have you listened with the Audio Horizon 2.0?

I anxiously await this shootout.