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What type of preamp

I have a very moderate system that includes the following:
NAD C320BEE - intergrated (using it as my preamp)
NAD C270 - power amp
NAD C521BEE - cd player
NAD C422 - tuner
Totem Acoustic Sttaf - speakers
Unity Link Basic Interconnects
Unity Link Speaker Cable

My question is would it make a difference if I purchased a dedicated preamp versus using what I've got for now. The C320BEE allows me to seperate the "pre" section from the "power" section therefore I can also use the power from the intergrated to power my highs and my power amp to run the low frequencies thus biamping my system. I'm happy with the sound I have now but was wondering if it's worth my while to actually buy a seperate preamp. I saw a used Rega for sale but don't know how the sound differs from my NAD equipment. I realize that the two companies are on different levels but as long as my ears like what they hear then I'll consider myself happy. One other thing is that I don't want to do any unjust to my system (as like buying a $2000 pre to "compliment" my system). Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.
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auaarons
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A better CD player is a more worthy upgrade than getting a new preamp. Consider a used Rega Planet 2000 for about $500 or a used Jolida 100 for about $650. The Jolida is a real good CD player and will hold its own even if you upgrade the amp and preamp later.

The CD player is the weakest link in your system. I owned both the C521BEE and the C320BEE before.
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