The Shindo Auriges is a stunning preamp. It conveys the emotion of the music better then any pre I have ever heard. The VAC pre's are also very nice Alan
I will "third" the VAC preamps. A used Renaissance Signature II would be worth waiting for. They are wonderfully musical, yet resolving, and can drive any amp load across long IC lengths, if need be. I have seen them sell here in the $8k or lower range as line stages.
Thank You all for your responses. Here's where I'm at, I've demoed the BAT VK-33, Manley 300B, ARC LS27 and to date the BAT is hands down the best pre-amp of the bunch, way more inner detail and sound stage. I'm having trouble finding a VAC, Shindo or Herron dealer near me(Chicago).
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