Please evaluate my system...


Interested in what you guys think of the following and if there are any obvious weaknesses:

- VPI Super Scoutmaster (standard)
- Denon DL103 with Paratrace retip
- Linn Linto phono stage
- Audio Research Ref 3 preamp
- Cyrus APA7.5 Monoblocks
- Focal Scala Utopia III Version 1

Not sure where to take the system next! Thanks, Tim

tim_field
Hey guys, 
I could add power conditioning I suppose. Room sounds fine to me with no obvious bloated bass or harsh treble. 

Bpoletti, do you have direct experience of that replacement? or just a Herron fan.

Cheers, Tim
I not only have direct experience, I have owned a VTPH-1mc and upgraded to the VTPH-2 and then had that unit upgraded to a VTPH-2a.  I also own a VTSP-3a R03 preamp.  I am a Herron Audio fan because of their products' performance.  I have also owned Mark Levinson and Audio Research electronics, but ditched them for Herron electronics.  I have heard nothing better.  


Vibration mitigation!  Doesn't have to be big ticket.  Contact the Herbelins at Herbie's Audio Lab.  Tell them about your system, the type of sonics you prefer and they will do their best to get you there with their high value products.  Please note:  I have had the pleasure of corresponding with them on occasions throughout my audio journey and they have never steered me wrong or to the most costly solution.  

Consider upgrading your interconnects and speaker cables unless you are already in good shape there.  

Treat your room but don't overdo it there.  I found that the better my system the more I was removing from the room as I originally overdid it.

Good luck.  It's a journey worth taking!