What preamp goes best with Rotel RB1080 amp?

Just bought the new Rotel 200watts / channel model RB1080 stereo amp. What would be a good preamp to match with this. Have big McIntosh speakers being driven. Thanks.

warren282803-12-2002 6:56pm

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blackie Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 221 posts 03-12-2002 at 09:28pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete What is your price range for a preamp? The RB1080 is a great value for a high watt/musical amp.
warren2828 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 16 posts 03-12-2002 at 10:00pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Unfortunately I'm in a budget so $1,000 is absolute max but lower is better.
clueless Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 763 posts 03-13-2002 at 02:50am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Do you do DIY? Do you like tubes? I remain,
chazzbo Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,007 posts 03-13-2002 at 03:39am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Up the ante a bit and try a used BAT VK3i.Has tubes to tame things and is balanced as I think your amp is.Maybe $1250 used but the extra scratch is way worth it.
ttmcv Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1 posts 06-09-2002 at 07:04pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Hi, I have Acurus RL-11, Adcom GP750, and rotel RC-1090 hook to the RB-1080 and, to me, the RC1090 is a clear winner in every aspect. RC-1090 is a great mid-price pre, which produces pleasant sound at $1K, and it will not break your bank though. Also, I tend to keep pre & amp from the same manufacture. Please dont ask me why, the look ? Maybe. regards.

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