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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
nightfall OP
213 posts
 

I would expect that Audio Note should be a great performer, but no remote. 

Everyone's recommendations are greatly appreciated. Thanks to all who took the time to contribute their ideas! 

koestner
680 posts
 

Underwood Hi-fi offers a real warranty if you buy Audio GD through them. They fix it in Georgia, US.

scottya118
171 posts
 

My first impression on this thread is a used Rogue RP-5.

scottya118
171 posts
 

Used RP-5 just popped up on Audio Mart listing for $1450.

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hilde45
5,117 posts
 

Rogue RP-5 for $1450 is a great deal -- but for me, it's not a 6SN7 tube but four 12AU7/ECC82. Different sound. Perhaps OP will like though. Well made, good company, great price and resale potential.

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