Best preamp for atma sphere m60 under $3000 used?

Be specific about your budget range, whether your require new or used, and which companies you will and will not consider.

Tvad,
I am looking for used and can spend up to $3000.00, but gladly would prefer to spend less. I am open to any brand.
I was wondering what will not be beaten by any other preamp. I really want the mp1, based on what I have read it was preffered to the arc ref3. That's quite a statement.

I was wondering what will not be beaten by any other preamp.
Pedrillo (System | Threads | Answers)

There is no preamp that fits that requirement.

I believe I originally suggested buying a used MP3, and a new Audio Horizons TP2.1 and comparing the two. I still recommend this. If you don't like either, then the TP2.1 can be returned for a refund, and the MP3 can be sold for what you paid. On the other hand, if you like one or the other, you have the comfort of knowing both preamps are made in the USA and their builders offer excellent support if needed.

However, I also believe you should seriously consider the suggestion Trelja made in your other thread. His reaction to the combo was as resounding an endorsement as I've read. However, I believe the preamp he mentioned is not balanced.

Best preamp is usually no preamp:>

Irrespective of the budget, try the Placette passive. The closest to an attenuator without coloring the signal.

No relationship to the vendor!

With respect to Paul, I'd suggest checking with Ralph Karsten about the interaction of his amplifiers with passive preamps before investing in a Placette.

I don't know if they work together or not, but I'd check with Ralph.