You might try to find an Audio Electric Supply AES 3 tubbed pre made by Cary. Find one used and be sure not to use the original Chinese tubes (I like my Sylvanias) and if you don't like it resell it and you shouldn't be out much if any.
What type of preamp
I have a very moderate system that includes the following:
NAD C320BEE - intergrated (using it as my preamp)
NAD C270 - power amp
NAD C521BEE - cd player
NAD C422 - tuner
Totem Acoustic Sttaf - speakers
Unity Link Basic Interconnects
Unity Link Speaker Cable
My question is would it make a difference if I purchased a dedicated preamp versus using what I've got for now. The C320BEE allows me to seperate the "pre" section from the "power" section therefore I can also use the power from the intergrated to power my highs and my power amp to run the low frequencies thus biamping my system. I'm happy with the sound I have now but was wondering if it's worth my while to actually buy a seperate preamp. I saw a used Rega for sale but don't know how the sound differs from my NAD equipment. I realize that the two companies are on different levels but as long as my ears like what they hear then I'll consider myself happy. One other thing is that I don't want to do any unjust to my system (as like buying a $2000 pre to "compliment" my system). Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
NAD C320BEE - intergrated (using it as my preamp)
NAD C270 - power amp
NAD C521BEE - cd player
NAD C422 - tuner
Totem Acoustic Sttaf - speakers
Unity Link Basic Interconnects
Unity Link Speaker Cable
My question is would it make a difference if I purchased a dedicated preamp versus using what I've got for now. The C320BEE allows me to seperate the "pre" section from the "power" section therefore I can also use the power from the intergrated to power my highs and my power amp to run the low frequencies thus biamping my system. I'm happy with the sound I have now but was wondering if it's worth my while to actually buy a seperate preamp. I saw a used Rega for sale but don't know how the sound differs from my NAD equipment. I realize that the two companies are on different levels but as long as my ears like what they hear then I'll consider myself happy. One other thing is that I don't want to do any unjust to my system (as like buying a $2000 pre to "compliment" my system). Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.