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Which SS preamps will compete w/ tubes?

I have been looking for a preamp in the $2500.00 and under range. After about two weeks of looking I am more confused than before I started!!! I have a Sim titan amp and now am considering a sim P-5 preamp for music. What other preamps out there would be a good musical choice? I initially wanted tube but I am starting to get dizzy from all of the options. I do not want to be searching for a long time experimenting with tubes and dealing with replacing them. Is it worth the time and effort????
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sos
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I carry some wonderful solid state lines but I have to tell you that regardless of price I have yet to find a solid state preamp that is as good as a tube preamp with solid state amps.
Needless to say this is a very subjective opinion but a tube preamp is just more 3 dimensional sounding.
There are many really good tube preamps. If you can find a First Sound used, an Aronov, a Rogue, A Joule Electra, Bat and the lists goes on and on.
Good luck!
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