3k Phono preamp upgrade options (JC3+, XP-17, etc)

@riskymilk Modwright just upgraded my 9.0 to the 9.0X. They are running a sale on the upgrade. If interested, contact Kristin at Modwright.

I have not used Lyra cartridges. My cartridge path with the 9.0/9.0X included the Audio Technica ART9, Dynavector XV-1S, Audio Technica ART1000, Air Tight PC-1S, and My Sonic Lab Signature Gold. All were properly powered and provided their own sonic characteristics.

That said, I did finally move on from the 9.0X and onto solid state stages. It took a considerable investment to be able to top the 9.0X. 

@ericsch Excellent, I just sent an inquiry to Kristin.

@blisshifi I am glad to hear that! Dynavector and Lyra are more similar than different, so that resolves any doubt I had about system matching.

Oddly specific question, but does the PH 9.0/X in Silver come with a silver power supply? Or is it always black (basing this off images from online)

Thanks again everyone for all the info, I wasn't even considering ModWright until now, but it seems like a very very solid option.

@riskymilk The power supply only comes in black. If you do end up getting it, I would suggest rolling the tubes, upgrading the power cable, using an aftermarket fuse (if you believe in them), and even building a custom umbilical if it's of reach. I also removed the feet from the unit I previously owned and placed Isoacoustics Orea footers underneath. For tubes, the 6922 pair has many options, but if you can, keep your eyes out for the Reflektor 6C45 to roll into the other two spots. They are very hard to come by now, but don't break the bank, and they are the best of the already very few 6C45 tubes ever produced.

@blisshifi Certainly. Many reviews point to this unit performing very well with tube rolling. I will keep an eye out for the 6C45s. Are there any other alternatives with better availability?

I'll catch up on the thread sent about tube rolling with the PH 9.0 ...