Tube preamp for under $3000

You might be able to find an Atma-Sphere MP-3. It is tube, fully balanced and differential and features a direct-coupled output. There is one on here for under $3000 although it is lacking the remote option (which can be added). It also works well with the Pass Labs amplifiers.

Well Pal, have you made a decision yet? If so, what did you get? And why?

There is someone selling a $6,000+ Musica Bella LeAnna VTPS balanced preamp with remote for $2,500

(Disclaimer: I am associated with Musica Bella Audio but not selling this piece)

I pushed my price limit a bit and went with an Audio Research REF3. I received it last week and it sounds great. Thanks for all of the input.