Need preamp recommendation


Hi everyone :)

I am in the market for a 2-ch preamp to go with my power amp, and am looking for some recomendations. Will prob go used, as I think I can get more value for my money. I would like to limit the sale price @ $4k.

Do I want this?:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Krell-Illusion-II-preamplifier/254393285505

Maybe something else?

Thanks in advance.


riffwraith

Showing 2 responses by 1markr

I will provide two recommendations based on my own personal experience:
Backert Rhumba - if you are looking for a very fast, neutral sound, with a holographic soundstage, super low output impedance
Aric Audio Special 6SN7 - if you want a fuller, more rounded sound (including rounder bass), also with a huge atmospheric, holographic soundstage.
Love both, easy to live with either, and match well with SS and tubes amps.  Customizable sound based on the tubes of your choosing / both are tube rolling pleasures!
@riffwraith - Congrats on the Backert preamp! You will love it!  Keep us posted on how it plays for you, and your thoughts about it!