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recommendations of phono preamps < $3000 range

Been obsessing over trying to select a new phono pre .... could use some insights / experience  etc. and then some dealers to contact.

At this point I think I have the list down to either a Sutherland 20/20 or the Parasound JC3+.... was looking hard at the Whest 30RDT SE but it seems to be a little out of my price range and none on the used market. 

I am currently using a well modified Jolida JD9, and have rolled quite a few tubes through it.  

I want a phono pre that is more detailed / articulate, images better... don't care if it is tube or electronic.
Thanks for your thoughts and opinions    Jim
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jmcgrogan2
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Third the Herron, always a good value in this price range.
Might also consider an Allnic H1201.

If desiring SS, keep an eye out for a used Klyne 7 series phono stage.
tooblue
1,891 posts
 
Allnic, which ever one you can afford also consider the Herron, everyone who owns one of these two brands have nothing but good things to say. I personally own the Allnic.

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yogiboy
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Check out the Manley Chinook ,it would be on my list if I were looking for a phono preamp! Take look!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfpJYJv3ddo
mcgal
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Audia Flight, you may be able to find a good used one in your price range.
riffer
362 posts
 
There are a lot of Herron fanboys on this forum, and I am glad of it.  I bought one and it is great.  I would have considered the Parasound as well, but not available in Canada.
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