Best Used Tube Based Preamp $2k Or Under?


As the title says, I am pondering my best options for purchasing a tube based preamp for $2k or under. Must have a remote! 

 

Your opinions, thoughts, and expertise would be greatly appreciated. If I was spending more, I would know most of the best choices, but I'm on unfamiliar ground at this price limit. But sometimes, you can only do what you can do. 

Thanks for any help. 

nightfall

Showing 2 responses by durkn

I had a VTL TL-2.5 for many years & upgraded to the VTL TL-5.5.

The TL-2.5 is a great preamp - all tube with remote.

The TL-5.5 is quite an upgrade, and its even better if you upgrade the JJs to NOS tubes.

@bunkertoy

They are both large knob older versions.

I never compared the 2.5i.

If I ever had to replace my TL-5.5 I would get another one or a VAC.