Balanced Preamp Recommendations?


I am thinking about Audio Research, Bat and Sonic Frontiers but thought I should check to see if anyone can recommend other contenders
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Audio Research made a balanced version of their LS-3 ss pre amp. I've seen these for sale used for about $800. I have a non-balanced LS-3. For the money, it's hard to beat. (For what it's worth, the LS-3 was a Stereophile class A pre amp.)
For a bit more Sonic Frontiers make the most neutral, and well be units I have come across. Line One and Two's are great values at $1250 to $2000, new, or are nearly new. I love the glorious milled aluminum remote, and wonderful soundsatge. I believe this is a can not go wrong with pre, and so does Stereophile. Good luck
It would be your loss to not audition the Bryston BP25. The sound is smooth, open, detailed, with deep and solid bass, realistic soundstage and clear imaging. Some cool features for a minimalist design, plus a 20 year warranty. Don't bother with the BP20--it sounds hard and closed-in by comparison.