New LDR Preamp - with or without Pre / Post Buffer?

Hello all,

Looking for some input on the next build - a Coffee LDR Preamp - trying to decide if I should put a Buffer before / after the LDR Volume control. I have see a few of these fancy LDR units with pre / post buffers (The Truth LDR Preamp for example), and wonder if I need them...

Buffers under consideration:
  • Simple 2SK170 based buffer (see attached) for Pre / Post LDR
  • Opamp based Buffer with LM4562 opamp
  • Tube based buffer (Music Fidelity X10 type)

This would land be between two Sources (DAC / Phono Stage) and either tube amp or SS Amps...
 

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