Try listening to the Ayre pre amps. Audio Research and Aesthetix are all strong choices. I'd also listen to the last two for phono stages as they are killer for the price. JMHO
Preamp phono suggestions
I just acquired a current model high power Classe amp. I would prefer solid state or tube hybrid. 5 k would be my price limit.musical selections range from rock to chill. By the way on occasion I do like to crank it up for a concert like sonic experience. The speakers have an efficiency of 93.