Good preamp with Merlin TSM speakers?

I would recommend a deHavilland UltraVerve. Just buy it new from Kara Chaffee. She will custom make it for you to match your amplifier and with lettering. Class A. 

I was a dealer for Merlin and Joule Electra and deHavilland. Much preferred the deHavilland. 

Give me a call with questions.
Jim

Bobby used to recommend the Joule Electra to me as well when I was a dealer. When I heard the deHavilland I dropped the Joule Electra line completely. Those stupid Russian " super " tubes suck........the life out of the sound. 

Well Sophia Electric has a stunning little integrate, EL 34's that will light up your Merlins. If your Merlins sound a little bright and forward then you might consider a new pair of speakers. 

pmboyd

Sorry about not getting back with you sooner. I am not exactly sure what you want to do. The deHavilland Ultra Verve sometimes shows up on audiogon. Would you prefer an integrated or would you prefer separates? So the Ultravere would be the statement piece in a very high end system...meaning if you upgrade other pieces of gear your Ultravere will live up to any upgrades you can imagine, speakers, amps etc. 

If you are happy with your set up and just want a smoother more musical sound then you could sell you amp/preamp and go with an integrated. I loved the sound of all the Sophia Electric gear. Japanese triode makes some very affordable integrated gear. 

You can email if you want more " free advice " . I don't sell anything that I am recommending. I did at one time. 

Best
Jim