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A great full function preamp. for Berning 270 ??

I have just buy a Berning 270 amplifier to drive my Merlin VSM-M. I need a good amplifier with a wonderful phono section. This way I can use the BAM and my turntable, My budget is 3000-3500 for a used preamplifier. I have think about Hovland HP 100, Cat ultimate (may be out of budget), VAC standard. Any experience with the Berning?. Thank you very much.
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I have used my ZH270 directly with a SONY SCD1 and with a WADIA 850. I then bought a Pass Labs Aleph P and used it for a while. I now have a BAT VK30SE. I actually like using both preamps over the direct connection. The direct connection is of course more transparent. But, I think both preamps actually added some body to the sound. The Pass is a bit more transparent. But, I like the BAT better overall. I also need to switch sources; and like the convience of remote volume and mute.

You might find a VK30SE with phono within your price range on the used market. Earlier BAT preamps can be upgraded.
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