Hagerman trumpet mc or Ear 834 classic phono pre amplifier.


Need some advice on these  phono amplifiers.This is the last piece of equipment for my system.

bigmac1963

I just wanted to add a note, as I was typing quickly while working....I mistakingly typed 12ay7's....that should have been 12au7's. Sorry about that.

What cartridge does OP have …. ? in my mind an essential bit of info… 

What tube has the most influence to the sound that comes from the phono pre amplifier 12ax7 or 12au.

@bigmac1963

ax7’s generally effect tonality, gain, and noise….au7’s effect body, weight, and dynamics….that according to Jim Hagerman.

I cannot argue with that generally per my experience with the Trumpet.

This is the last piece to add to my system. I want to make sure that it is the right decision.These two phono stage are in my budget.