Pickup a Dehavilland Mercury 3 Preamp
This preamp is centered around the Type 85 Vacumm tube. Who does that?
Hate to use the cliche that I'm hearing things in the recording that I've never heard before but its TRUE!
It surpasses my Ultravere 3 in every way expect it doesnt have the lower midrange, upper bass punch. I'm sure it has something to do with the 85 Tube.
Moreover, it has a remote! The convenience of adjusting the volume from the listening position should not be underestimated. Volume control from one song to the next or during certain parts of the song enhances the listening experience IMHO.
Happy Father's Day to me