Good preamp with Merlin TSM speakers?


I own Merlin TSM bookshelf speakers which are nicely detailed but a bit on the dry side with my Modwright 9.0 se preamp. I'm looking for a preamp to warm up the sound and thinking about CJ tube pre. Suggestions, ~$2k or under? I like the detail of the Modwright but would like more flesh on the bone. I use Tube Audio Design ss monoblock power amps ("Hibachi").
pmboyd

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I see an ARS-Sonum Filharmonia integrated listed for sale. I hear it's a good match for Merlins as well. Which way to go?
My Merlins are mmi version, serial numbers 4167 & 4168.

I'm not married to my ss monoblocks, in fact, I'd like to simplify providing I can achieve equal or better sound. Selling the amps, preamp and various wires would pay for the change.