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Preamp for Parasound and B&W803d2

I have a set of B&W 803d2 now paired with 2 Parasound JC1 mono blocks, I am trying to find a matching balanced preamp which is more on the softer side. 
I was thinking about Mcintosh C220 (tube) or Pass Lab X1 or maybe a PS Audio BHK hybrid. 
I would be interested in your opinions on the preamps. Thank you. 

ycvoelk
kota1
2,706 posts
 

I would get a Parasound pre, maybe the matching one.

 

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bigtwin
1,141 posts
 

Very pleased with the performance of the PrimaLuna Evo 400 Preamp. Pairing it with Hegel H30s so a somewhat similar situation.  Tube and balanced.  

luxmancl38
580 posts
 

Check out the BAT VK-80 preamp. Fully balanced.

tomcarr
1,473 posts
 

OP- how are you liking the JC1s? I also have 803s (D3) and am looking for more current to drive them than what's on tap from my Vincent SP331 stereo amp.

soix
8,838 posts
 

Budget?

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