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Looking to introduce some tube magic to my system

Hi guys 
I have never owned a tube component, but looking to remedy this situation...
My system consists of a PC running Roon core > PS Audio Stellar Gain Cell Dac >  PS Audio Stellar M700 Monoblock Amplifiers > GoldenEar Triton One speakers.
Right now the Gain Cell Dac is functioning as a dac and as a preamp. I was thinking of adding a PrimaLuna Evo 400 Preamplifier between the dac and monoblocks.
Do you think it's a good idea? Could the PrimaLuna add "tube magic" when it is sandwiched between two solid-state components? Will there be a noticeable difference?
Another option I thought of is replacing the monoblocs with a Line Magnetic integrated amp, maybe a LM 805 IA. 
What is your thoughts? Sadly, an in home audition is not available where I live.
I mostly listen to acoustic music: Jazz, Folk, Country, Funk, Soul...
Looking to hear your thoughts 
Ziggi

zigggi

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gdnrbob
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If you want to move to tubes, buy an Atma-Sphere MA-1 3.3 and an MP-3 3.3. 
They are some of the best sounding equipment out there, have great reliability and superb customer service.
I bought my equipment only knowing that they worked well with my Vandy's and I haven't been disappointed. In fact I am upgrading my preamp to the MP-1 from the MP-3.
And, the owner, Ralph Karsten is a regular here on Agon. PM him at atmasphere.
Bob
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