You want to spend 5k on everything or just on the phono stage? Personally, if I had no experience with vinyl I would seek out a local dealer so they can assist you with selection and setup. Don’t worry about an endgame vinyl rig first time out. Just buy something that’s easy to deal with and sounds good and you’ll figure out later what your real priorities are.
Best Phono Stage
Hi all,
I need some advise on a really good sounding phono stage to go with MC turntable set up in the $5k or so bracket. I am completely new to vinyl and realise there a lot here in terms of arm/cart matching MC,MM and I think moving iron but if you could point me in the direction of some good sounding units I can investigate compatibility etc. I don’t own a table or cart yet. I was looking at the Zesto Audio 1.2.
My goal is a liquid engaging sound with deep tight bass and air and separation on top.
Thanks in advance.
Sean
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@chayro it would be 5k for phono stage. Id like to get it right and not go down the constant upgrade route. Thanks |
@audioguy85 Ill take a look thanks
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@lance23 👍10 week waiting list.... https://tavishdesign.com/products/adagio-vacuum-tube-phono-stage-mm-mc was once Herb Reicherts reference phono preamp. What is great about it is the fact that it has a built in SUT, utilizing a pair of Jensen transformers, and front panel adjustments for both capacitance and cartridge loading, no dip switches, and you can roll in any tube you want. Also, available in multiple finishes. |
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