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Need preamp recommendation

Hi everyone :)

I am in the market for a 2-ch preamp to go with my power amp, and am looking for some recomendations. Will prob go used, as I think I can get more value for my money. I would like to limit the sale price @ $4k.

Do I want this?:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Krell-Illusion-II-preamplifier/254393285505

Maybe something else?

Thanks in advance.


riffwraith
riffwraith OP
20 posts
 

a tube pre may soften the sound more than you would like

I actually like the tube sound, and some softness. A little softer is better to me, coming from the LFAC days.... but too much, I agree, isn’t good either.


bellemusique's avatar
bellemusique
67 posts
 
Ear 912, Atma Sphere MP-3 or MP-1
pvmike
40 posts
 
Take a look at the Decware ZPRE. You also might take a look at Manley labs pre amps as well
keithc's avatar
keithc
20 posts
 
I am very happy with my Linear Tube Audio MicroZotl preamp ($4,450)

https://www.lineartubeaudio.com/products/microzotl-preamplifier
lordrootman's avatar
lordrootman
359 posts
 
+1 for ROTEL MICHI P5 
great preamp excellent sound 
lot of inputs and outputs including 4 pairs Balance   XLR Support MQA render decode unfold gorgeous looking preamp 
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