Krell KSA200S with tube preamplifier

I would tend to be careful with a BAT pre and a big solid state amp, I have read of some issues with BAT pre's passing DC and causing damage to big SS amps. This is in no way a condemnation of BAT preamps I think they have excellent sound quality and are very reliable, but this is a very real issue and should be considered. A search under "dc offset" here and at www.audioasylum.com would show you the appropriate discussions. Good luck!

Balanced...Sonic Frontiers and Audio Research are both good matches with your amp. Many other tube pre's would also sound fantastic but your need for balanced will keep your list somewhat small.

I use a single-ended tube pre with my Ksa-250 and am very happy with this blend of SS and tube sound in my system.

Dave