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Ssssh, is your tube preamp really that quiet?

Does anyone own, or know of, a tube preamp that is TRULY QUIET even when the volume is turned up? On my CAT tube preamp, there is always a certain amount of tube rush when the volume is up. This doesn't really bother me as it is not really audible when music is playing, BUT I'm sure the sound could be better IF this wasn't the case. Anyone have a totally quiet tube preamp?? No ssssh whatsoever!
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isochronism
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With 106db single driver speakers and 10 watt set amps at normal listening levels with no music playing, I hear not the slightest peep with my ear one inch away.
Preamp is Doshi Alaap.
I imagine tube choice may be a slight factor.
isochronism
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I should add that I do crank my system up sometimes at very generous levels on quietly recorded acoustic Jazz trios, or with Shirley Horn for example:) There is never the slightest noise whatsoever between tracks or between discs. I have yet to try the built in phono stage, so that will be the better test.
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