Looking For Single Source Tube Preamp


My system is currently a modified Denon 5910 as my only source, a passive Luminous Axiom as my preamp (volume control), B&K Sonata M200 mono amps, and Silverline Sonata 2 Speakers. I enjoy the sound of this set up; however some of the discs I listen to come out sounding a little harsh. I intend on keeping this a single source system. I have never had a tube anywhere in my system. I was thinking of trying a single source tube preamp to possibly smooth things out a little. I have read some threads, but I can't find much on single source tube preamps. Is there anyone out there with a similar set-up to mine that can offer suggestions?

I am aware of the Decware Zsla-1 preamp; however I have not heard it or seen much about it on Audiogon.
kevine

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FWIW, the Lamm LL2 Deluxe has one set of "Direct" inputs that bypasses the tape loop and another selector switch, and therefore provides the purest signal of all the available inputs.

This would seem to satisfy your desire for signal purity for one source, yet provide some flexibility for more sources down the road.