Is there a fined Solid state Pre Amp for under 8k?

I am more of a tube person, but, I do own two solid state linestages/preamps--a Placette Active and a Levinson No. 32 (preamp). In terms of sound, I actually like the cheaper Placette Active more than the Levinson (a tad too polite sounding, not dynamic or vivid), though the Levinson is fantastically controllable and flexible.

I am also a fan of Ayre for solid state amplification.

I dunno about 8K, but Dartzeel makes a mighty fine solid state amp.

All depends on the speakers and amp. First speakers, then amp, then preamp. Goes without saying you need a good source with everything.

The more I listen to things the more I am convinced that having speakers that you love first then matching the amp to them is the most important thing in hifi. I watch people changing gear like they change their socks and inevitably it comes back to speakers. Find one you love and go from there.

PS. I think having the same manufacture for both preamp and power amp makes musical sense in many instances also.