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Best Phono Stage

Hi all,

I need some advise on a really good sounding phono stage to go with MC turntable set up in the $5k or so bracket. I am completely new to vinyl and realise there a lot here in terms of arm/cart matching MC,MM and I think moving iron but if you could point me in the direction of some good sounding units I can investigate compatibility etc. I don’t own a table or cart yet. I was looking at the Zesto Audio 1.2.

My goal is a liquid engaging sound with deep tight bass and air and separation on top.

Thanks in advance.

Sean

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lance23 OP
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@builder3 Yes a bit of that goes on for sure 😁

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lance23 OP
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Hi everyone, thanks for all your replies and contributions, looking at the the various options the Goldnote PH10 seems to be a good choice with flexibility.

Thanks 

Sean

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Here’s the best price you may find for a new PH10 and PSU-10  

 

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Teac PE-505

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I went with the Allnic H-3000.  I upgraded from the Rhea.  The Rhea is a bit noisy (tube rush) compared to the Allnic.  The Allnic is dead silent - never heard tubes be so quiet.  

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