Preamp w/HT Bypass for Mccormack


I am looking for recommendations for a stereo preamp that would match well with my stock DNA-1. It needs to have a HT byass. The Axiom is no longer practical. I value soundstage, silky highs, and accurate tonal balance if that helps for reference. I am not opposed to my first endeavor into tubes. I must stay under $1500 used.

System:
Sony DVP-S9000ES
DNA-1
Totem Arros
Yamaha RX-V663
Luminous Audio Passive Preamp
Ixos Ixotica Aptimus interconnects
rrekstad
BAT VK3i worked well w my McCormacks and has the HT bypass. Even w optional remote should come in well under your $.
Thanks Swamp. In doing some audioreview reading, it seems that the performance is pretty tube-dependent. Do you have any tube recommendations that seemed to work best with your mccormack?

Any other suggestions out there for preamps?

Thanks,
Rocky