I also built an older Hagerman Cornet and it was very good, probably keep up with $1k stages.
Another person I know went through an Icon Audio and Modwright PH9.0, ended up with the Trumpet and is very happy.
Phono stage for second system
My winter project is here. Trying to set up a second system for my home office.
Will by mainly a vinyl system.
Space is an issue as the room is only 12 by 14.
Any suggestions for a small foot print phono stage in the 3-4 K price range. Probably solid state, but open to tubes as long as the unit is one box solution.
Thanks and happy Thanksgiving.