I'd like to get a tube preamp recomendation

Ayre K-3x preamp with phono pre built in.

Why go tubes when this preamp would match your system perfectly?

Not to mention it is an insanely good preamp.

KF

Tok20000 makes a good point, however, if you are so inclined I would consider either a CJ premier 17 or if your budget alows a 16ls II. I understand Blue Circle as well as BAT makes some very good tube pre-amps as well. Contact a couple of dealers advertising on the gon and see if you can arrange an in home trial. You will need to purchase a phono stage for either of the Conrad Johnson products I mentioned. I am not sure about Blue Circle or BAT.

Chuck

I haven't paired the 2 Personally but My Recommendation for a Preamp is : Balanced Audio technology (B.A.T.) VK-5i.
I have a VK-5i that ( I'm about ready to upgrade to VK-50 series ), sounds fantastic and 1 of the Best. Quality built and the Sound is stupendous ! If you can audition a BAT Preamp on your system then by all means. Should be able to Buy 1 on Audiogon at a pretty good price. Good luck and enjoy.