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Looking for a new preamp Max $5k

Hi All!

I'm new here and this is my 1st post.

As the title says, I'm looking for a new preamp as part of a new system I'm putting together.

So, decided on Klipsch Cornwall IV, Parasound Halo 21a+

What I want in the preamp:

SS or Tube is an option, that decision will be finalized by listening to the combo if possible

All analog...No DAC

Tape Loop

At least 4 inputs Plus

MM & MC phono input

XLR in and out are fine but not required

Remote that controls Volume, Bass and Treble, Mute

A tuner would be fantastic!!!  

I'm sure I'm forgetting something and I'm sure all here will point me to some other options I'd want.

Thanks!!!

normanb58
normanb58 OP
5 posts
 

Thanks for the suggestion for the P5 and New Classic, unfortunately both have a DAC.

elliottbnewcombjr
7,696 posts
 

OP

Has a DAC, so what?

You either like it more than yours (what luck), or don't use it, how does it's presence keep it off the list?

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curiousjim
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@normanb58 

I doubt you're going to find a preamp with ALL of  those features, BUT have you given any thought to buying a reciever?  You can defeat the the speaker outputs pretty easily ( Some even have a switch) and use the pre outs to your A21A.

normanb58 OP
5 posts
 

I'd rather just have an external dac for easy upgrade path. I'm not a purist who doesn't want any digital circuitry, but why have and not use.

 

If I can find a stereo receiver I like, going that route is possibly an option.

normanb58 OP
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Many thanks for the great opinions!

I really appreciate everyone taking the time to share.

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