So, I ended up buying a Manley Steelhead phono amp and it arrived today. I can't wait to install it in my system tonight and find out how much improvement that will give me.
I will post in a few days with my comparison.
Should I upgrade my phono linestage first or the tonearm for better results?
Hello all,
I am wondering if I would get more out of an upgrade to my current tonearm, the Graham 2.0, or should I switch out the phono stage AcousTech Ph1P? I am guessing about the same money either way, budget around $2500 for the upgrade. I would be looking to purchase used equipment on this.
Related components:
Clearaudio Virtuoso 2 cartridge
BAT VK 31SE preamp
Krell KSA 250 amplifier
Aerial 10T speakers
Graham IC70 tonearm cable
Transparent reference interconnects
Transparent Ultra MM bi-wire speaker cables
Thank you in advance!!
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arrowav8r, I think you made a good decision with your phono stage upgrade. I will be interested to hear your thoughts on the comparison. |
I have had a couple hours listening....I can definitively say much wider sound stage, bass articulation and treble response... And this is all after I thought I had a pretty good setup to start with! I know it is five times the money, but I won’t go back lol. The analogy would be as if opening up the Soundstage curtains and letting the music straight through. Versus hearing with the curtains closed. If that makes sense.... |
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