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And I do believe the mc input runs the signal through a step up transformer.  However, every time I've tried using it I've switched back to the mm input.  I've used a number of different lo mc cartridges with it.  

@tomic601  

Yeah, Keith has the phono pre voiced very well with the stock tubes.  I found that I get my best improvements rolling the tubes in my linestage instead and just leaving the Herron alone.

@car123 
I'm curious. How did you find it changed the sound going through the step ups vs bypassing them on your Steelhead?
Steve.

@saxsaudio1

So what did the OP finally decide on?  I own Sutherland which is what I think he was trying to describe. 

Hi, 
i bougth two, Allnic 1202 an RCM Sensor 2, both are excellent, quiet, organic, exceptional sound, clarity, elegant black background, I could say that the Allnic has better bass, without being exaggerated, and the best thing, both beat the noise and interference of the radio antenna, Regads,
thanks for your help.