Warm Preamp


I am looking to purchase a preamp with a warm side, either ss or tube. I am not familiar with tubes ,but no time like the present to learn or experience. I now run a plinius 102 amp, rega saturn cd and all top of the line zu cables and wires. Budget max. is 3k. Thanks
lschildress
Thanks for all of your help as that has narrowed my search down. Will post when I make a decision, no matter how long that might take....
To all that helped me with information....Thanks...I am now using a bat vk-3ix pre but am starting to think about a change.
2nd, 3rd, 5th whatever, CJ. I have used a Premier 14 and 17 and both were about the finest component I have had in my system. Wide detailed soundstage, good depth and the warm side of neutral. The older units go for very low prices 2nd hand and you won't want to change. A strong recomendation