When is it time to up grade?


I have been considering up grading my equipment but the question is what would the most effective and best sounding path. My ampis a Classe Ten and pre-amp is a Classe Four. I'm leaning towards replacing the pre-amp (phono-stage could be better I have a low out put Linn Trioka) but what do you say. I'm limited to about $3000 CDN. Looking forward to you thoughts.
daveherm69
daveherm69
Whenever the "preamp deal of the century" becomes "the preamp deal of the millennium". Then, at least, I'll know.
My speakers are Castle Howards. They work well in my crowded living room.I haven't auditioned any new speakers in a long time. Are the Castles the weak link? Replacements?
When those evil upgrade gods whisper in my ears, or every week which ever comes first.