I asked a similar question about 3 years ago--if my memory serves me. Someone here told me to get a great phono preamp. That was some of the best advice ever.
I went from using $500 or less phono pre's or those that were integrated in integrated amps, receivers, etc. I made a big dive in and bought a Manley Chinook. The phono pre made the biggest difference in improving vinyl of any move I've made (more than upgrading amps, going tube amp, using a record cleaning machine, etc).
I'm pretty humble and reserved in giving advice here. I would say, however, you should really try out a decent phono pre or two.
One last thing--I think I get the most out of vinyl (phono pre/cartridge) when listening to well recorded music. Such music sounds great on digital for sure, yet with vinyl it is intoxicating and addictive.
I went from using $500 or less phono pre's or those that were integrated in integrated amps, receivers, etc. I made a big dive in and bought a Manley Chinook. The phono pre made the biggest difference in improving vinyl of any move I've made (more than upgrading amps, going tube amp, using a record cleaning machine, etc).
I'm pretty humble and reserved in giving advice here. I would say, however, you should really try out a decent phono pre or two.
One last thing--I think I get the most out of vinyl (phono pre/cartridge) when listening to well recorded music. Such music sounds great on digital for sure, yet with vinyl it is intoxicating and addictive.