Recommendation for phono stage


I would appreciate some advice on a good phonostage as I have a well tempered turntable with an Ortofon cadenza black cartridge. some additional comments on adjusting load impedance as I understand that is important. Budget is $5000 

lstringfellow

Yes that’s very helpful. Just getting an idea of what phono  stage would be a good match for that cartridge and what load is the sweet spot is what I’m looking for

I haven’t heard it but good reviews and has flexibility in settings so maybe worth a look Austin Audioworks Black Swan

Used Audio Research PH or REF, Conrad Johnson, or Zesto. The highest level and most recent you can afford. 

You can't go wrong with any of these. Very highest build quality and sonics.