Budget preamp recommendation...besides Schiit.


What are some other budget friendly preamps besides Schiit, the king of budget electronics? With similar quality of build and sound, both solid state or tube options would be welcome. 

Thanks,

Mike

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Parasound New Clasic 200 Pre (the NC 200 Intergrated same but with power).

Lots of input/output options, built in DAC, MM/MC phono, Sub out, Hi-pass / low pass, HT by-pass, and tone controll all fully operational by one of the best remotes anywhere. Each input option can also have its own volume level match. 

 

https://hometheaterhifi.com/reviews/amplifier/preamplifier/parasound-new-classic-200-preamplifier-review/

Another vote for the LTA MZ2.  I just upgraded to the MZ3 and will be selling my MZ2. I used a Schit Magnius, a diy Nutube amp, and a JDS OL switcher previously. 

Why not a Schiit Freya +? They're amazing sounding USA made and worthy of their Class A rating. Nothing else comes close in price or features...you can tube roll, go passive, whatever. They even have a new one called a Kaya if you aren't a tube fan, similar features for 700 bucks, and I bet it sounds fabulous. What...too inexpensive?