For now consider Scott Endler Attenuators which input directly at the amp. Adjust for highest volume you like, then use the variable volume control on the Oppo
More pre-amp help....? Feeling lost
Okay, so again I have the Stratos amp on the way with the Magnepan 1.6/QRs and I need a pre-amp. I'm trying to refine what I need/want and how much to spend on a starter pre-amp.
So here's what I'd like....Tube OR SS pre(I'll take SS, but tube might be better...maybe. I'd prefer to buy a new unit and I'd like a remote. BUT, I have an Oppo player that does volume (all I really want the remote for), so unless that's inherently hurtful to the signal quality, I can get a pre-amp with no remote.
So.....for 500-1000 dollars, what are my best options NEW? And while I'm asking for the moon, how about a nice looking unit as well!? The Vincent Audio SA-31 Hybrid looks interesting for example.
Cheers...thanks for all the great advice so far...
Robert
So here's what I'd like....Tube OR SS pre(I'll take SS, but tube might be better...maybe. I'd prefer to buy a new unit and I'd like a remote. BUT, I have an Oppo player that does volume (all I really want the remote for), so unless that's inherently hurtful to the signal quality, I can get a pre-amp with no remote.
So.....for 500-1000 dollars, what are my best options NEW? And while I'm asking for the moon, how about a nice looking unit as well!? The Vincent Audio SA-31 Hybrid looks interesting for example.
Cheers...thanks for all the great advice so far...
Robert