Stereo Preamp to pair with Carver


I'm looking to upgrade from my current Emotiva PT-100 Preamp to something with more life. 

I am currently running 2 Carver TFM-35x Amps that have been fully refurbished and upgraded.
My current Speakers are DefTech BP2002TL and are bi-amp driven by the Carvers. 

I listen to mainly vinyl utilizing a ProJect RPM-1 with Ortofon 2M Blue cart. 
Occasionally listen to CD's utilizing Oppo 103. 
Some digital streaming utilizing a PS4. 

I have a Mofi Phono Preamp on standby as well. 

I'd like to stay under $1k and prefer used, as you usually get more for you money in that realm. 

Thanks in advance. 
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This thread is 2 years old guys. I’ll be in the market again, but I’ve moved on and have been happy with my Parasound Halo P5. 
Matt, thank you for the input, I had Modwright on my radar but have never seen or heard Doge or Dehavilland. 

Although all of these options still leave me without a digital RCA or optical input. 


I attempted a McIntosh C712 with not so good of luck. I believe the unit had issues and it's now on it's was back to the seller. 

All the units you have recommended are great choices. I'm a little stuck right now and trying to make a decision.