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Preamp choice for a Dynaco ST-35 amp

Hi all,

I am new to the forum and just getting into hifi gear. I have Dynaco ST-35 amp freshly restored by Blackie Pagano in NYC, and I am wondering what preamp to pair it with.

I am considering the Dynaco PAS 3X tube preamp (around $500), but also am tempted by a Mcintosh C32 solid state preamp going for around $1000. Generally I'm wondering if anyone has experience with using tube / ss preamps in combo with a tube power amp and any thoughts about these specific preamps or others...

Also, I plan on using the setup with my turntable and some sort of aux input for an iPhone / Mac... Do I also need some sort of a DAC for the aux stuff? I am new to all this TBH.

Any advice would be much appreciated... Thanks!
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schubert
7,386 posts
 
Pas3 all the way, thats what it was made for .
petercapo
7 posts
 
Original Dynaco PAS in proper working order is a very enjoyable preamp - very sweet. But, due to age, it may need some parts refreshed - not a circuit change.
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wesleysmyth OP
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Just an update to all - I did end up going with the Dynaco PAS 3X awhile back. Very happy I did! It's versatile, warm, and fits my needs perfectly. I was lucky to find one in great condition on ebay. I ended up getting some Klipsch Fortés to pair it with as well, which gives the perfect amount of dynamics that I was looking for.
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