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Phono preamp with best mid bass

Let me explain my ideal sound and see if you guys have any suggestions. I realize speakers and and every other things contributes but looking for a phono that leans naturally toward the sound I’m looking for. 
 

I like a strong mid/upper bass that is highly articulated. Highs that are not overdone and natural. Sub bass is not as important for the music I listen to but what’s down there I prefer punchy rather than big. Natural mids that are well defined. Detailed but not to an extent that compromises robustness or gets too analytical. 
 

Been looking at the tube models. Rogue Ares looks intriguing as they mention some of the traits I am looking for in the reviews I’ve read. 
 

thanks

mofojo
mofojo OP
2,314 posts
 

I was very happy with the sound then poof! Lol. Think I will drag the damn dresser out check all connections which Im pretty sure are good. Came out of no where . Dead quiet before if that gives any indication. Phono pre got an internal deal? I really dunno? 

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audphile1
5,664 posts
 

Low humidity? Dry air in the room? Do you use zerostat or anything else that helps dissipate static? Try grounding yourself before you touch the turntable arm. Lastly, try plugging the table back into the MF built in phono and see if issues persist. 

bpoletti
1,565 posts
 

Rather than focusing on the phono stage, you should be looking more closely at your table/arm/cartridge combination.  Phono stages should be "flat" to the RIAA Equalization" response.  Table qualities; arm mass, damping and geometry; and cartridge have a MUCH GREATER IMPACT on quality.  "Silk purse / Sow's ear" situation.  The phono stage can't fix problems or deficiencies with the table/arm/cartridge.

mofojo OP
2,314 posts
 

Well while not totl my Tt setup was eclipsing my phono stage. The Rogue is great and I fixed my hum static issue I was having last night. For now. I’m a total newb in vinyl basically. I’m digging it more than my digital setup which is descent. 

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audphile1
5,664 posts
 

What was the problem 

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