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best 1-source pre-amp w/remote - $700-$2000 used?

Hey all,
Please give me your recommendation on a remote-controlled pre-amp for use in a 2-channel system using only one (cd) input, in the price range of $700-$2000? If there's one you know of that's an outstanding value, and it's a bit out of the budget, please let me know?
I'll be using with 300b monoblocks into Avantgarde Duos.
Obviously Looking for hi-quality performance and the most bang for the buck.
Thanks for your suggestions and happy listening!
myraj
stehno
1,453 posts
 
Pass Labs X 2.5 for $2k used. Excellent sonics, bass, dynamics, etc.. XLR connections are dead quiet (not all can boast this).

-IMO
dsmith901
2 posts
 
The Innersound Preamp is one of the very best and is available for $2,000 at audiogon. Also, consider the Plinius CD-LAD I or II (II has HT bypass); several available in your price range. Now this next one may surprise you, but consider the Citation 7.0 for your stereo preamp; its 2 channel bypass is as good as any preamp I have heard, including the Innersound. A 7.0 is currently available for $500 at audiogon. Best of all you can experiment with surround sound at its highest level if you so desire.
hoosier1
22 posts
 
Go for the Placette RVC. Simply amazing.
mejames
986 posts
 
"Go for the Placette RVC. Simply amazing." I concur.
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