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Preamp suggestions, yes again

I know these types of topics come up very often but here's another.

I'm looking for a preamp for my system. I currently use an Onkyo TX-SR705 as a pre. I have Klipsch RP-600M bookshelf speakers fed by a diy First Watt Aleph J amp. 

I'm looking at the Odysey Candela and the Van Alstine Vision SLR to start. I'd like to stay around this price point or lower.

I do not need phono but a remote is a must have. Obviously I'm open to ss or tubes. Thoughts on the two in considering? Other suggestions? 
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soix
9,456 posts
 
What aspects of sound reproduction and system performance are most important to you?  Not really possible to make a good recommendation without that info. 
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hilde45
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I have the Quicksilver Remote Line Stage preamp and the Klipsch RP 600M.
Those are very bright speakers, but they calmed down when I put NOS in my preamp.
The QS is very, very ruggedly made but yes, no headphone jack.

blazeby
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Speaking from personal experience, getting the AVR out of your 2-channel set up will be a significant upgrade and well worth it IMO.

Don't forget you need a few extra cables to make it all work tho.
mozartfan
2,143 posts
 
i hate, despise remotes, sorry can't help.
My cayin cd player has a  remote, never once used it in 18 years.
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wturkey
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Have not heard the Odyssey Candela. I own the Van Alstine Vision SLR with Vision Q Phono stage. It is quite nice indeed. It has the low gain function which is handy for low level listening. The remote control operates power, volume, mute, dimming and input switching. Frank Van Alstine is very responsive to any questions or issues that may arise. Depending on how deep down the rabbit hole one chooses to go in this hobby, the SLR could be an endgame preamp. Good luck to you on your quest.
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