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Pairing older NAD power amp with newer preamp

I have a NAD 214 power amp that I purchased about 1999. My question is, does anyone have any experience pairing it with an NAD C165BEE or even combining it with a C316BEE or C326BEE. New the 165 is more than I want to spend though. My budget is closer to $500 - $600. Not much, I know, but hey, I'm just your average Joe. I'm considering others also, not Just NAD, such as Parasound. I appreciate any advice.
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jl35
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Hopefully you're having fun...
jl35
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You might also consider selling the 214 and L40 and with the $500 in addition you are looking to spend, find a quite nice integrated...
jl35
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I understand all too well !!! A few years ago I bought a passive, home made JC-Two preamp on Audiogon that has sounded quite good used as a back up, and was well below your budget. Not sure if they are still available.
jl35
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Sorry, the JC-Two is not passive
jl35
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I owned the NAD C162 preamp which was quite good, it was the predecessor to the 165. I wouldn't spend more than that if you are keeping the 214.
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