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What preamp

Hello

I had been an Audiogon member for a while now and I need help deciding what preamp to buy, Things had been a bit difficult money wise, but I'm an audio enthusiast and I'm trying to put together a decent stereo system. The speaker are Polk Audio RTi-A9 the amp is going to be Emotiva XPA-2 . I'm looking for something to match the amp and speakers, I would like to have something to calm down the bit brightness of the Pollk Audio RT's that I've had heard they have. I'm also looking for balanced out connection aka XLR. All recommendation are always welcome. Thank you

Armando
armandito
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tom6897
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I think you will have great synergy by staying in the Emotiva camp. Emotiva equipment is really very good at its price-point and should be highly considered. Their customer service is also very good and responsive.
armandito OP
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Price range from $450 to $1000.
ddd1
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Instead of asking a preamp to fix a problem (and adding another coloured component to your system) I would try to dampen the room more if the speakers are too bright. Or change your listening axis. If that doesn't work, sell the speakers.

I believe the best preamp is no preamp. If you can get away with a used DAC with balanced outputs and a volume control (ie. Benchmark, etc.) I think that is the way to go. It won't solve your brightness problems though.
armandito OP
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Thank you Ddd1 for your response
armandito OP
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Anyone else?
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