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Need advice ono a Tube preamp

I have never tried tubes.I am currently running B+W matrix 801s seriesIII.I have several bryston amps a few 3b ssts,4b sst and 3 bst.I also just purchased a sony scd-1 and a moon eclipse.
I wanted to try a tube preamp in this system.I have never tried one and I know little or nothing about them.OK,I know nothing about them is more like it...lol...
I don't want to sacrifice bass response,channel seperation etc but want to warm up the highs abit.Is this possible with a tube preamp or Should I try something else?

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ipy
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Yes, agree with Chris to check out the pre-amp offerings from Audio Research, BAT, CJ or even less main stream brands like Herron or CAT. I have recently updated my pre-amp to a tube Herron VTSP-2 pre & the sonic improvement to my system has been significant. I have tried CAT SL1 Signature Mk 2 & others before settling for the Herron. Check out a recent review of the VTSP-2
http://www.positive-feedback.com/Issue17/herronvtsp2.htm
You may want to try some Cardas cables 1st if you wish to "warm up the highs".
Good luck
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