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PS Audio Stellar Phono

Evening,

Curious as to if anyone has experienced a PS Audio Stellar Phono Preamp? Did you try it at home or at a dealer? I'm considering trying one out for an in home demo to put up against my Musical Surroundings Nova III with the linear power supply to see how it compares. Any insight into either the in home trial is even worth it at this close of a price point? Michael Fremer's views on the Stellar is what has me very very curious and has me considering moving over. I'm a fan of my P10 from PS Audio and feel the Stellar Phono may be the next step. 
j-wall
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fuzztone
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Go ahead and satisfy your curiousity. Only you can know what works for you. Free trial why not?
rsf507
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I know I didn't like it. Sounded sterile but as @fuzztone says try it yourself only you can decide.
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jcoehler
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Same as @rsf507 

I tried it, too analytical for my taste not allowing me to enjoy music, so I returned it.
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j-wall OP
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@rsf507 @jcoehler can you guys be a little more specific on what you did or didn't like about it? Also what are you running for a phonostage now? I've been dreaming of ARC, but will have to buy an older generation used. 
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