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Single source, best pre option?

I have only a single source component, and no plan to change.

I feel like an expensive pre would be a waste, since i dont need the variety of inputs, and I'd rather invest the dollars in a better amp. The amp will likely be an Ayre as I very much enjoy the sound of my Ayre integrated.

I need balanced outputs, and aes/ebu input would be nice.

Are there great sounding options that fit this situation?
joncourage

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lloydelee21
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Jon, if you already have your source...the audionote DAC...and it does not come with preamp or built-in volume attenuator, then you probably need an integrated.

if you want long-term flexibility in case you add another source, or another amp, you might wish to go with Vitus integrated...it practically is built like separates since (i believe) it can operate either as pre or as amp. stunning quality, tremendous Class A (50watts?) but if you read the reviews...can feel more powerful than many amps with multiples more wattage. The dynamic headroom is apparently enormous and well beyond the norm.
lloydelee21
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Hi Joncourage,

The other integrated amp you may wish to consider, depending on your taste, is the Zanden 6000...100watts/channel, remote controlled integrated using KT120 tubes. I've read great things about it, and spoken to people who were amazed when listening to the new SF Aidas being driven by Boulder vs being driven by the Zanden 9600 monos.
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