There are a million units that you could pick. Budget is the biggest constraint as there are preamps that can be had for less than $1000 or you could spend $30,000 without blinking an eye.
When taking into account the Hugo 2 a your DAC, my hunch is you would be looking in the $2000 to $3000 range. Chord is out as their least expensive preamp is way more.
For a good value, the Musical Fidelity M6s PRE is great for $2K. You could look at Rogue if you are willing to consider tubes and the the RP1 and RP5 would be nice options at $1500 and $3500 respectively.
The PS Audio Stellar Pre is a nice unit for $2499. Parasound has a preamp in this price range as does Vincent. Just above there is the Art Audio VPS at $4K. Lots of choices.
I am an MF dealer and have access to some other brands. PM me if you narrow it down and want to discuss ordering.
When taking into account the Hugo 2 a your DAC, my hunch is you would be looking in the $2000 to $3000 range. Chord is out as their least expensive preamp is way more.
For a good value, the Musical Fidelity M6s PRE is great for $2K. You could look at Rogue if you are willing to consider tubes and the the RP1 and RP5 would be nice options at $1500 and $3500 respectively.
The PS Audio Stellar Pre is a nice unit for $2499. Parasound has a preamp in this price range as does Vincent. Just above there is the Art Audio VPS at $4K. Lots of choices.
I am an MF dealer and have access to some other brands. PM me if you narrow it down and want to discuss ordering.