Best Preamp/amp combo?

Hi, simple question but difficult for me! What is the best combo to put between a Linn CD12 and SF Amatis. Mt listening room is 25' * 40' and I listen to a lot of female vocal and laid back group music, no hard rock and very little pop! i have a few ideas but would really like to hear the opinions of the experts here.I would also like to here from those giving alternatives in SS as well as tube gear. Thanks.