High end tube Preamp under $4k used that competes


with or betters the Cary SLP 05. (is there such a preamp?) Looking for suggestions in a tubed preamp on the used market to go with a solid state amplifier (60k ohm input impedance).

This preamp should have:
1. the bass, heft, weight, solidity of the SLP 05

2. clarity and highs that are crisp and extended/ not rolled off

3. some tube sound/ as opposed to solid state

4. some warmth yet detailed

5. dynamics

Thanks
foster_9
the cary slp-05 and get some excellent tubes for it ''''''and enjoy THE MUSIC.................
Sorry, I forgot to include that I'd prefer a balanced preamp that also has rca inputs.
01-29-10: Dwhitt
according to inputs....the audio electric supply is a great pre.

What do you mean by inputs?
Tom_hankins, I've read that various BAT preamps have strong bass (which I'm looking for) in a tube preamp, but they are also known for being dark. This isn't the case with the VK-51SE?