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legends and new preamp choice...

hi, i own a leben RS28C tube preamp and i want to change it for a balanced solid state to better match my Elecrocompaniet 250R amplifier.
i have 3 choice ( passion choices...) in the same price target

1 is a used CELLO encore line
2 is an used AYRE K1xe
3 is a brand new PASS XP10

i know the sound of the cello and love it but no remote control with it and i would like to know
if with the PASS or the AYRE i 'm going to have the same refined sound ?

thanks for your help.
juanitox
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tweak1
3,564 posts
 
Wyred4Aound is working on a preamp now, if you can wait.

I use my Raysonic 168's balanced tube outs directly into my amps. It's hard to beat, but can be modded by Underwood HiFi
jaybo
4,478 posts
 
electrocompaniet pre
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robr45
319 posts
 
Cell Encore is one of the best preamplifiers ever built. Everything else you mention is just really good.
gregm
3,396 posts
 
The Cello is the obvious choice. I like the Ayre (actually had one for a while) -- but the Cello is better. Otherwise, just keep your Leben.
juanitox OP
42 posts
 
thanks for your advice , the LEBEN is a very nice sounding preamp but
unfortunatly not a good match with a high sensitivity balanced amplifier..
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