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McCormack Preamp???
I am not saying the Placette is not a good passive pre-amp but if you are going to match a passive pre-amp with the DNA-1, my experience ( together with others ) tells me that the TLC-1 is the " perfect " match. It probably has to do with Steve Mc... 
McCormack Preamp???
Forget about the Placette, the McCormack TLC-1 is the "PERFECT" match with your DNA-1. Don't waste money trying to mix and match with other brands. The money that you would save will get you a very good CD player.I had used an ALD-1 but the TLC-1 ... 
Marsh A400S or McCormack DNA 225 or Plinius 8200
Try to get a MINT condition used McCormack DNA-1 and you will be very happy with it. It is the best value for the money at less than $1000. 
Can anyone help me to decide which pre-amp is better ?
The Joule Electra LA-100 MKIII will blow all of the tube amps mentioned away. The VAC Standard would be a close 2nd.Try the Blue Circle BC21 if you have a small budget. 
LS3/5A vs. LS3/5A
The best LS3/5A would have to be the KEF Limited Edition 35 Year Anniversary model in piano black lacquer finish.There are only 500 pairs made and the second price is more than the brand new price in Hong Kong. 
Whats the best Tube Preamp
The Joule-Electra LA-100 MKIII is the best all tube line stage money can buy!! 
Best loudspeaker on the 3k range???
The Wilson Audio Watt 3 (used) would blow your brain off.