Preamp for Lamm M1.1 monoblocks


Any general recommendation on what preamp to use with Lamm M1.1 hybrid monoblocks?

I am using Boulder L3AE at this time. I used to match the monoblocks with the Lamm L1 preamp but I was getting over-excited about the very faint power-supply hum and regretfully sold it.

Budget is USD $4000 or less.

Source: Ayon CD2
Speakers: Vienna Acoustics Mahler
Music Genre: Would listen to anything other than rap and heavy metal - mostly orchestral and vocal.

Thanks in advance!
bsimpson

Showing 1 response by inna

Since the source is digital a little darkness wouldn't hurt.
In any case, it is a matter of taste, the preferred music and particular recordings.
Great instruments and concert halls sound different too.
Somewhat off the subject, in my very modest system I prefer Purist interconnects with some recordings and DiMarzio with others. And, yes, if I am in the mood I do switch cables. I suspect that much more expensive Purist could replace them both but not necessarily, who knows?