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It is a good idea to purchase a vintage tube pre-amp.

Since the new one are pretty expensive and what I can afford is an old one with budget of US$2000~3000. Since I don't have much knowlege on electronics, but I have authentic listening capabilities. Is it good idea to buy an old gear of tube pre amp. around 10 or 15 years such as Audio Research SP-15 or something similar (the newer one within my budget is better of course).  I would prefer a stable, long time use gear without much trouble.
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I like my ARC LS-25 Mk II, which ocst $2500 with new tubes used from a dealer.

You can get different sound than ARC, but it is not clear to me that you can get better sound.

Other options include CJ (phatter sound)

or maybe Primaluna tho cost may not fit your requirements.

I like to stick to companies with established track records, good support, and a history of long development towards some euphonic goal.
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