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Is there a fined Solid state Pre Amp for under 8k?

This year I sold a Ayre K5xe preamp and a Parasound JC-2 each had their own the strengths and weaknesses but neither was quite a keeper. The JC2 was too lean sounding but very open, the Ayre was more balanced tonally but lacked the openness. If I could blend the best characteristics of these two preamps together, I would be very happy. Anyone out there have another solid state recommendation? Any help would be appreciated
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bondmanp
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Two to consider in your price range:

The new Classe preamp, ~$8K. Unsure of the model number, but it includes a DAC, DSP options and many other features. Sounded wonderful with a hefty Classe amp and B&W 805D speakers at a dealer recently.

McIntosh C50 is, I think, in your price range. Also includes a phono stage. I haven't heard this one, but based on other current production McIntosh preamps I have heard (and the C220 I own), I think you might like it.
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