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preamp recommendation for bedroom set amp

Hi,

I am using a 20 watt art jota set amp in my bedroom system which uses a digital marantz 10N universal player via rca IC and reference 3a episode (efficient 92db) speakers.

while the art jota has volume control I think would get better sound still with a preamplifier. I would also like to have a remote and a headphone jack in the preamp.

can someone recommend a preamp for a set amp ideally with a remote and headphone jack but not required.

thanks

Michael
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dekay
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Not certain if it's a good match with the AJ, but check out the least expensive preamp (HP input and remote) from Linear Tube Audio.

Supposedly designed by David Berning and very positive reviews (both pro and otherwise).

With remote it comes in @ around $1.5K and the small signal tubes should last a lifetime (per reviews;-).

I've wondered if the power amp section would work with my vintage Elac wide range drivers as my cheap 3 watt 2A3 amps have Zero problem driving them.

https://www.lineartubeaudio.com/products/mz2mz2-s

DeKay
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dekay
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soix:

What experience do you have mating preamps to DH/SET amps?

I had difficulty finding one for an Audion Silver Night 300B DHT/SET in that all tried diminished the positive attributes of the amp with it's simple ALPS volume pot.

Diminished enough that they were a no-go.

Good DH/SET amps are special and can be easily screwed up with poor matings.

DeKay
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