Advice on pre-amps needed


Just bought some new stuff (Audio Aero Capitole II; Ayre V-5X evolution and Electraglide power cords). Now I need a very good pre-amp with phono option. Which one should I take?

Nagra PL-P / Aesthetix Janus / Ayre K-1X evolution / CAT Ultimate SL-1 MK II / Cello Encore 1 Ohm ?

Any hints are welcome..Thanks!!
frankpiet

Showing 1 response by timlub

I would recommend to look at a SST Ambrosia.  The only pre on your list that I've hear is the Ayre K-1x..... so,  I can't comment too deeply on how it would compare with all that you have listed,  but I can tell you that for me,  the SST has a slight tube flavor and it is solid state, yet is allows a very clear picture of what each amplifier and cables sound like more than any other pre that I have used.... It has an excellent phono and headphone section both,  single ended and balanced and remote. Plus.... tone controls. 

May not suit you, but looking is free.