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Recommend relatively obscure high end tube preamps

Just wondering whether people can offer advice on high end preamps worth auditioning. I am looking for those who have experience with more esoteric and expensive equipment (MSRP >5000). I've owned Wavac (never should have sold it) and now own the Aesthetix Callisto Signature. I've owned BAT, CJ, ARC so I'm not looking for answers on things you can readily find.

One that comes to mind is the Brinkmann Marconi. Any opinions?

What else is out there?

~ William
classicjazz

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classicjazz OP
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I am completely satisfied with my Callisto preamp and also have to add that Jim White has been incredibly accomodating and helpful. I would recommend Aesthetix to anyone looking for a preamp. I'm simply thinking about getting an interesing preamp for my half-built second system.

Fi does look interesting, as does single power.
classicjazz OP
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I sold the Wavac at a too low price a few years back, before the MSRP doubled. It was the singularly most musical (romantic) preamp I have owned and imparted a magic that made everything sound good. The rationalist in me said that can't be so I sold it thinking neutrality was more important. I'd say that music is a visceral experience first and cerebral second.
classicjazz OP
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Just looked up the Tron. Doubt I'd fine a unit here but from what I have read, it would be worth finding.

Also ASR looks interesting, although I don't think it is a tube unit.
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