You will be spinnin’ your wheels finding a preamp with the budget and features that you want. The McIntosh C-8 ( $4000 ) has those features but it cost more than your budget allows!
Looking for a full featured tube preamp similar to McIntosh C22
Im looking to upgrade my Schiit Saga +. Ideally tube, included features would be bass, treble and balance controls, MM phono, and headphone capability, XLR out. The McIntosh seems to check all the boxes but is out of my range. My budget is $2500 US. Sonically, i'd like something warmer than the Saga. Any ideas?