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Pro-Ject phono preamps?

Does anyone have experience or opinions on the Pro-Ject phono preamps? I'm interested in possibly getting the solid state RS or the tube DS. I'm a bit torn as I'd like the superior resolution of the RS but would want the lushness and holographic sound tubes offer.

I also considered the Ear 834 but thats a big jump in price. Also, as odd as it may sound, I'm completely downsizing, hence my attraction to the mini sized Pro-Ject line.
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chayro
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I used to have the tube box SE and I thought it was very good until I tried a Linn Linto I purchased used for $800. The Linn was far better to my ears.
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mattmiller
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I hate to say it because I own a Pro-Ject Xtension 10, I don't like any and especially the cheaper Pro-Ject models under $500(they all sound very uninvolving). Spend the xtra money and get the EAR or something similar. Trust me...The phono pre IS the gateway to great vinyl sound.
woofer72 OP
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Unhelpful but humorous. But why 003? I think Mid003 may be better as I'm not downsizing to that degree.
woofer72 OP
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Thanks Grinnell. Unfortunately the Hagerman does not accept MC (I have a DL103).

Thanks Chayro.

Matt, thank you, just curious, have you heard Pro Ject phono preamps? May I ask if you have heard the RS phono preamp? It is supposedly a higher range model than the SE and DS series.
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nekoaudio
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Personally I prefer the sound quality of the RS over the Tube S/DS. If you want the both of best worlds, you could consider using the RS for your phono preamp and buying a small inexpensive tube buffer to slip into your signal path.
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