I'd recommend a tube pre-amp, but you must determine the input impedance of the amplifier section to insure proper component matching. If the input impedance is less than 10K ohm, then many all tube pre-amps could have a problem. To minimize cable interaction and frequency linearity, ideally look for a minimum ratio of 100:1, input impedance of the amp vs. output impedance of the pre-amp. This is just a rough rule, but it may help. If possible, go with an all tube pre-amp, not a tube/ss hybrid. Goodluck.
Tube pre-amp for "ss" amp?
Ok guy's, i am convinced! I've been following discussions, for weeks, and heard good arguments for using a "tubed" pre-amp with "ss" amps. The question i have is that i own Linn Majik integrated, with amp-pre outputs. Which means i CAN use Linn, as either sole Pre-amp, or Amp only. Soo, which "combo"(if any) i should applicate? Majik as Pre-amp with tube amp? Or, Majik as amp only, with "tubed" pre-amp. I favor "detail" instead of "romance"! Thanks!