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What is a very nice sounding tube preamp?

I'm looking for a nice tube preamp. I don't want to spend a fortune. Does anyone know of a spatial tube preamp that is not #3,000? I'd like some help. I know there's someone that knows of a special tube preamp, that very nice. Would some one make discisions? OPPO 95, Emotiva XPA-1's Mono's. Thanks! Breeze1
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audiojan
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You really need to take a close look at the Eastern Electric Avant... I bought one a few months back and honestly, it's one of the best values ever. The sound is truly amazing! Now, is it perfect? No... the balanced input is marked XRL... but heck, that's about the only thing I can fault, and I can really live with that!
tom_hankins
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The VACs are good choices, but I have slightly preferred the BAT pres. would keep an eye out for a nice used BAT VK-31se or VK-3ix.
dteam702
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Look at the Aesthetix Calypso.
jperry
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Gill Audio Alana by Art Audio - There is a used one advertised for $2,200 on US Audio Mart. The seller also had an Art Audio Vinyl One that I purchased.

I own a Gill Alana and give it a high recommendation.
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pdreher
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ditto the Aesthetix Calypso... so nice, I've owned it twice!
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