ProJect PreBox RS2 Digital. Balanced, Dual DAC, 2x TosLink, 1x Coax, 1x USB, AES/EBU, IS2 for direct connection to their disc player, balanced and unbalanced analog inputs and outputs, remote, Bluetooth, selectable tube stage (4x 6922), headphone amp. Small form factor.
Recommendation for tube preamp
Hi, all. Initially I was going to ask, which would you rather own – Audio Research LS2B or (BAT) VK-3i? But realized I’m sure there are plenty of other tube options. As you can gather, I’m looking at around $2000 range. It will be driving ML 27.5 amp, which is partly why I’m looking specifically at balanced options. But I guess there’s no harm in using unbalanced>balanced cables? I listen mostly to jazz on vinyl, so I enjoy the details but not to clinical levels where it’s dry. I want warmth. Fine with a phono stage included, but not needed.
Appreciate any insight. Thanks.