Low Gain/High Headroom Amp/Preamp combo

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mcstatz5829

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Hi, I'm considering buying a pair of 3.7s. I've seems recommendations for PS Audio, Pass Labs, Bryston, etc. I was considering a combination of high headroom/low gain. High headroom to ensure effortless driving and zero clipping, and low gain so the preamp wouldn't be crazy attenuating the signal from most sources. I was leaning towards Buckeye or Apollon Purifi for amplifiers. Any opinions on if that is wise, and if so, what I could match for preamp?
 
There are probably others Audio by VanAlstine preamps have selectable gain control for output. Don't let the reasonable price fool you they are good performers in my experience.

I've seen several Parasound power amps that have variable gain controls for output.

Maybe go with same brand pre and power for synergy and optimum gain between the two.
 
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