Tube Pre-amp Suggestions.

I have a Coda No 8 power-amp and was looking for some suggestions on what would a good tube pre-amp that would pair up with it?

Thank you!

kds05-26-2025 12:40am

einsteindisguised Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6 posts 05-26-2025 at 11:07am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Another vote for a BAT valve option, used if necessary. In my experience they walk all over price-equivalent Audio Research options. Much better soundstage and dynamics.
paradisecom Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 377 posts 05-26-2025 at 12:43pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Is a remote needed? Also, are you using balanced interconnects?
dodgealum Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,414 posts 05-26-2025 at 02:02pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I know you said “tube” but the matching Coda Continuum CB preamp is excellent and retains the smooth tube-like presentation of their amplifiers. I’m a Coda dealer and have one ready to ship if you are interested.
tmortsd Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 46 posts 05-26-2025 at 02:20pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete For right around $3k you can find a Primaluna evo400, pretty amazing preamp I’m using one to drive two amps feeding my electrostats….nice combo.
mwood Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 69 posts 05-26-2025 at 02:20pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Backert, hands down!