Shindo pre + buget amp or Leben amp + budget pre

By the way, the MM phono stage on the Shindo preamps is also quite good. The problem with the Aurieges is that it has a higher output impedance than the other Shindos, making it a more difficult pre to match amps with (especially Solid State).
The Leben integrated is also a very nice match with the Devores, a combo I heard at the Montreal show a couple years ago...
As far as your choice goes, I think it comes down to whether you think you will have more budget in the future or whether you'd just like to sit back and enjoy. The Leben will offer you the no fuss, no muss solution. The Shindo will offer a future path (although the devores will definitely reveal any weaknesses)
I suppose I'd go Leben based on what you've said...
byron

If you get a Shindo Aurieges, make sure your amplifier is at least 50K input impedance, best if 100K input impedance or more. This will likely influence your choice of budget amplifiers.

You think 15 watts will be enough for the Supre 8s?

Impedance info incorrect. Speak to your dealer for correct information or questions on matching specific amps.

Jonathan

Go for the sure auregies l and a raw son built f3. I recently used that pairing and it was quite good with my zu soul superflys. It should really make your devores sing for now. It does not sound "budget" by any means.

As for your analog, I'd really suggest a jasmine audio lp2.0 mk ii. Kicks some serious tail with my well tempered reference and zu 103 and is quite affordable. The bobs device cinemags are a nice addition to the pairing as well.