You can try to find a pre-owned Pass Labs X2.5 , not exactly your budget (1000.00 $USD) but close
I use the Pass X1 and the combo X1/JC1s is simply magical
I use the Pass X1 and the combo X1/JC1s is simply magical
A good preamp for around $1000 for parasound JC1s
I am looking for a preamp with a remote to get me by for a year or so until I can afford to buy a better one. I have Magnepan 3.5s and JC1s. I could go with tube or solid state. I would prefer the remote control volume and inputs, but inputs would not be a deal breaker. Any suggestions?