I have the Clayton M 300's with a Boulder 1110 preamp. Love it, but can only compare it to the Naim 272 it replaced. The Boulder may not be quite as quick but is much more detailed and more than quick enough. The Boulder also broadened and deepened the soundstage significantly. Very clean sound but doesn't sound like solid state.
High End SS Preamplifier Ayre, EMM Labs, ML, or Pass
I have Clayton M300's that I'm looking to pair with a SS preamp to drive Von Schweikert VR-5 Anni's. Looking for opinions on Ayre KX-R/Twenty, Pre2, or XP-20/30 or other as potential options (ML). Interested in members opinions on possible options. Looking for that neutral, transparent, accurate tonal harmonic musical reproduction that isn't analytical, dry, lean, or fatiguing.