Preamp Recommendation for First Watt F4


I am planning on building a First Watt F4 because it would be a good learning experience and, by all accounts, it's a great amp in the right system. Can anyone provide specific recommendations for the companion preamp? My guidelines are single ended, 20+db gain, and preferably tubes. Not ideologically opposed to solid-state, but think tubes are better fit in general. My short list:
CJ ET7s2
Aric Mother Load II
Allnic L7000

Thanks
paullb

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Please tell me about your experiences with the F4 amp driving what speakers and from what line stage.

My guidelines are single ended, 20+db gain, and preferably tubes. Not ideologically opposed to solid-state, but think tubes are better fit in general. My short list:

This is a proven alternative to drive the F4 cleanly to rated output. ra7 said he will may have an updated version available later this year.