Weak point in this analog system ?

You may get different responses from other members, but if you want to upgrade your analog front end, I'd start by replacing your turntable. There are some excellent tables these days in the $1500-2500 range.

and your room?

My system is composed by a DIY tube preamp named Euridice based on 417a tubes+Mc 402 power amp and soundlab A-3 speakers.

My feeling about the possible improved is based on my memory. I heard the same set up with a Audio research ph1 phono stage and to my memory the sound was thicker and more real.
Base on this I believe that the Linto shall probably be upgraded but being a well repute phono stage I am guessing when this is a good move.

Overall the analog rig sounds all right but I still believe there is margin to improve.
The room is 7x10mters .
Hope I gave some info that originally forgot to mention.
Many thanks

I don't know Sdcampbell, have you ever heard a Scheu and compared it to other TT's? There's a definite performance reason why the founders of Teres, Redpoint, Gablier, and a few other cutting edge turntable companies originally set out together to copy and improve on the Scheu Premier instead of the myriad of other tables and design philosphies available at the time.

The Premier mkII is absolutley fantastic(I've got two - 50mm & 80mm platters) and can hold it's own against many more expensive and popular tables. Partnered with the right arm and cart, it is capable of superb music.

Obviously, the Denon DL-103, SME , and Linto have all earned "classic" status for their performance.

Before assuming the table's the weak link, it would be nice to know what Ad feels is missing or wrong with the sound of his vinyl setup. Next, how much experimentation has he done with cart/arm setup?

If it is simply a matter of wanting to try something new, I would suggest demo'ing a new phono preamp. It is the easiest(and quickest) of all the components to swap in and out for comparison without excessive fine tuning.

If his system sound is not rich or textured enough, demo a tubed phono. Comparably priced and first on my list would be the new Eastern Minimax. Great reviews and it definetly will sound different than the Linto. There are also some used Art Audio Vinyl One's available here whose reputation speak for themselves.

For less money start with the EAR 834P(especially the mod'd version), wasn't my cup o' tea, but there are lots of diehard owners and great reviews.

On the solid state side, the Tom Evans gear jumps to the front of the line. I think Ad was considering one a while years back.

But, first let's find out what he feels is missing or lacking.

Sorry about the late response, I posted it before Ad0 described the rest of his system.

Anyway, it sounds like he's loooking for "a little more flesh on the bones" kind of presentation. Something richer with greater tonal density.

On the tube side, I think the before mentioned Art Audio might do the trick. I have their PX-25 SET amp and it is superb. Their whole line of components shares a common sonic approach. Herron and Aesthetix phono's might also be worth looking into.

On the solid state side, Tom Evans, Whest, and even the Graham Slee Era mkV. I've got the GS in my setup right now with Scheu's Tacco tonearm and the Denon DL-103D and the combination is fantastic - rich, smooth, authorative with great detail and speed...

I also love Cartridge Man's Music Maker III cart, a real performer for the money. Actually, it holds it's own with my much more expensive carts.