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Resistors for phono preamp

I need to change the resistors in my BAT phono preamp to accommodate a change from MM to MC. I'm looking at two possible cartridges: Hana Umami blue or Soundsmith MIMC. I'm interested in brand recommendations and places to purchase. Resistors need to be 1/4 watt for the pins to fit. I've done some searching and Vishay and Takman seem to be popular. In looking for places to buy, it seems like there's a lot on Ebay but little detail on what is being offered. I found a place in the UK that seems better organized, doesn't offer Vishay. It also seems that I should be able to find a vendor on this side of the Atlantic...any recommendations on brands and where to buy?

gickcf
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noromance
10,012 posts
 

I use TX2575 Z foils from partsconnexion in my phono amps with great results. Expect cleaner, blacker backgrounds and better image definition.

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lewm
13,359 posts
 

There seems to be a general consensus here. If I had to rank my top 3, I would put the TX2575 first by a hair with Caddock TF020 almost undistinguishable.  Both slightly ahead of tantalums. (In my experience, there is nothing magic about the Audio Note brand tantalums. The others are just as good.) The TX2575 is rated for 0.6W, if memory serves.  The TF020 rated for 0.3W. For cheap, try Roedersteins. If you need higher wattage, 2W Mills resistors are excellent too.

dover
2,273 posts
 

Vishal/texas bulk foil are streets ahead of the others, much better than the Caddock to my ears - quite audible, and for loading well worth the money.

Audionote tantalum - some are magnetic - shinkoh are better for tantalum.

 

 

 

 

 

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