Best tube preamplifier for under $15k


Let’s hear it guys, what’s your favorite. 
keithr
“Didn't even know there were any good ones for under $15k”?
Ummmmmm! Yes, there are a few. Example, Cary Audio SLP-05 with the Ultimate Upgrade.
check out the article on Stereophile. You don’t have to pay $20–80K to be the best sounding 

https://www.stereophile.com/tubepreamps/906cary/index.html

I'm about to pull the trigger on the LTA z40 intrgrated amp.  Coming from SS or D class, I'm told I will be blown away. 
Lots of things come and go in my system but the Don Sachs 2,pre amp stays for less that 3k it will compete way beyond its price point in the 7k to 10k category 
EAR 912

I came from a ARC Ref 1 and the EAR is a better sounding unit in my system, to my ears. 
A stunningly good piece of gear. Tone, texture, soundstage and PRaT are spot on. I have it driving an Einstein The Power Amp. Great combination. 
I listen to Jazz, Rock, Classical, Pop, Bluegrass, Ambient...
I'm envious @ewert. I have to get by with the 912's little brother, the 868L. Good enough for my modest system. ;-)