Cello Pallete/current high end pre


I have a Cello Pallete pre-amp, its over 20 years old now, it cost 6K at that time, with the same money now , can I buy a new pre-amp with same or better sonic & details than Pallete. Any advise of brand & model. Thanks
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Martin Colloms used it for years as reference until it was eventually surpassed. He has said he still misses the features it has that current preamps lack. Could still form the basis of a first rate system especially if refurbished as E. suggests. If you like the sound keep it; anything "better" would cost a lot and you might not like it as well. Think of your system like an athletic team; just as chemistry between players is important so is synergy between components. Just picking "the best" of each component may produce an all star system but may not be the best for your taste.
I am using an Audia Flight pre which retails for $7000 but which I have seen offered as a demo for under $4000.It is used as a reference by Constantine Soo [ probably misspelled] who is chief reviewer at one of the internet sites. Made in Italy and has striking Italian styling and very well built also. Both balanced and SE inputs and outputs.