I have Driven BC Ref 1000 Mk.1 and Mk.2 in my system using a JRDG Capri linestage in balanced configuration. The Synergy is excellent, because the Capri has an output impedance of only 80 Ohms, which enables it to drive amps of virtually any input loads with very good control. The price should be within your budget, both used and new. Guido
Preamp recommendation $2500-$3000 for ref 1000's
Thanks in advance for your help. Speakers are Tyler Linbrook sigs floorstanders. I am looking for new or used and remote is important. I tried a Dehavilland Ultraverve 2 but did not work well with the bel cantos due to an impedance mismatch. I will be listing the ultraverve shortly and anyone using the ref 1000's please let me know what pre is working for you. Thanks