What phono preamp are you using?


Anyone using a Soundsmith cartridge? And if so what phono preamp are you using? (Individuals with other cartridges feel free to chime in!)
james1911

@vinylvalet, Thanks! I’m really excited to get a new unit directly from Keith!

Keith knew that I’ve wanted one since last year. He called me Wednesday and said that he found some spare parts in his inventory and if I was interested, he could make me one. Of course, I said YES Please!

@vuch - Congrats! 👍 I got a phono preamp and a line stage preamp from Keith a couple years ago, and I couldn't be happier with them! 

@vinylvalet, @larsman, @vinylzone, thanks guys, I really appreciate it!

Since resurrecting my stereo from a 15-year hibernation three years ago, I’ve had the joy of a 14-year-old kid with his first stereo! It’s been a crazy ride with constant upgrading of all components in my system.

With the Herron, my feet touched the bottom of the rabbit hole and I can finally climb out.

Later this month I’ll be putting in NAT Audio Generator monoblocks, a Symmetrical line stage, and of course the Herron. I’ll finally have enough quality hardware to power the Magico A3s to reveal the potential I heard while auditioning them.

I’m looking forward to relaxing and listening to quality vinyl!

 

I’m using a Luxman EQ-500 with NOS tubes and Hana Umami Red on my SME 15 / 309.  Everything is still breaking in.