I was PM'd with a response I thought I'd share. One of the benefits would be to eliminate the interface type and cables associated with a separate phono stage. I see how this could reduce noise and interference. Another point was that some integrated phono stages can be limited in their ability to change between MM and MC, and issues with gain can result. I'll need to be careful about this.
Some models I know have a phonostage option I'm considering are:
BAT VK23-SE
Vinnie Rossi LIO
I'm also considering, without an onboard phonostage
Backert Rhumba
Shiit Freya
Some models I know have a phonostage option I'm considering are:
BAT VK23-SE
Vinnie Rossi LIO
I'm also considering, without an onboard phonostage
Backert Rhumba
Shiit Freya