the Arts are rather cool and rather spendy for a pre-amp but they do a good job at what they're made to do. It can add a lot more warmth to a somewhat cold recording. Also try messing with EQ while mixing--take a tad off the highs(and I do mean a tad) and add a little to the lows. Try different amounts and this can add a lot too. It will also help add a little more space to your recordings. But to answer your question I think the Art is a good choice in pres
