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VPI Aries/JMW 10/Lyra Delos -- Phono preamp rec?

Hi - I'm new to this forum and apologize if this question has been asked before, but any recommendations for a phono pre-amp to go well with a VPI Aries with the JMW10 tonearm and a Lyra Delos cartridge? I'd like to replace my Musical Fidelity V-LPS II. Budget ideally under $1500 but willing to consider something a little more expensive of significantly worth it. Thanks!
jawks
jawks OP
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That BMC mcci also looks intriguing but unfortunately is out of my price range. How much were you able to get the demo for?
mordante
511 posts
 
Hi Jawks.

Maybe this thread can help you.

http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?eanlg&1350848088&read&keyw&zzrcm=sensor

To be honest I am still not 100% sure if I made the right choice. The Roksan DXP SE is also very good but my girl friend thought it was too expensive. The RCM was €1500 the Roksan €1750.
jeffkleinberg
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I would like to chime in for the Chinook if you can wait a little longer to save. I had your exact arm/table but with the Kleos Sl and Chinook and it was spectacular, great synergy.
jawks OP
41 posts
 
Thanks for the suggestion! It seems like the Chinook is a strong contender. I've decided to save up and shoot for something around the $2000 mark.

Any thoughts on the Ayre P-5xe or Parasound JC3 for this setup?
bifwynne
2,206 posts
 
Albert,

Whatever you decide to pick up, keep in mind that the Delos' output is .6mV. Just be sure your rig has enough gain. My phono pre has 58 db and my line-stage another 12db. IMO, more is better. Don't go less than what I have. Another 3 to 5 db wouldn't hurt.

Bruce
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