Seeking opinions about phono specific interconnects

@cleeds 

Phono stage is a Manley Chinook. The existing cart is a high output moving coil (1.2 mv). The recommended load is 400-47,000 ohms. I usually prefer the lowest setting to minimize brightness. A similar example is that for moving magnet carts I usually set the capacitance below the spec. amount, again to reduce brightness. Don't forget that I am very much more sensitive to brightness than nearly all other people.

@elliottbnewcombjr 

Your suggestion is a good consideration as a tool for learning purposes. I may just look into the idea.

here’s a dbx 31 band, free shipping, 30 day return

IF you like it, remember it is used. I would buy it and the Rockwell. IF the DBX is totally quiet, then keep one, return the other.

after using a couple in the past, I realized: t's a mistake to try and get perfectly flat, messing with each band. Just find the ones that make a difference for you.

You couls get an inexpensive sound meter, and a good CD (not LP) with individual frequencies, tripod mount, seated ear level,

you will learn more about your speakers and their interaction with the room. you might use the equalizer to solve a peak or dip that is occurring 

This one is most tempting, flat bypass; 4 memories; spectrum analyzer, tape loops.

I would still buy/keep/return the NEW Rockwell.

originally came with both a MIC, and Remote Control, you would need to confirm with seller, they might not even be aware of those.

@mwh777 

Try the bluejeans phono cables. Excellent and inexpensive. No brainer to see if it will make a positive difference for you.