Preamp for First Watt F7

+1 for the AVA T10 RB. Had one and should have kept it…

The Schiit freya+ with tubes $1200

or linear tube audio under $2k 

Please keep this in mind youDonot want any preamp with a Alps,or Bourne 

volume pot for they degrade the detail and sound quality 

they are a silver looking round can ,inside 2 plastic wipers with a conductive spray 

$25 , even some preamps advertised in magazines look at the inside any round silver can up front ,don’t buy it,a resistive ladder type, or relay volume remote 

you want.

I ran a Rogue RH-5 with an First Watt F6 and thought it was an excellent match. I just received it back from Rogue with a clean bill of health if you're interested. I also have a bunch of spare tubes if you are so inclined.

I'm looking for a warmer sound signature. I am no longer a critical listener, just want something that sounds good without bright edges. All of the components (Pontus, Tannoy, Firstwatt) lean towards that. The more I am reading up on things the more I'm leaning toward a tubed preamp. I've reached out to Van Alstine to see what they they think about the match up with an F7, will let you know if I go down that route. the 10RB is interesting for sure. The Rogues are also interesting, will message you privately.