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P75 seems more sophisticated than Black Cube

The Black Cube SE cost about $100 more than the P75 yet the P75 seems to be talked about as if it is more sophisticated product. That just seems to be the vibe I get from posts about these two when searching the archives. The price of these two is about my $ limit and I don't see much else to choose from. I plan to try a low output MC in the future. Perhaps looking to another Dynavector, Lyra (?), or Shelter in the future.

Also, does anyone know if the Black Cube SE will be cheaper if purchased while in Germany (vs in the US)? I can find this out on my own - just asking if anyone has quick knowledge and also where did they get there BC in good 'ol Deutschland?
plinko
c123666
871 posts
 
If you have no phono section at all and are on a budget the Dynavector is very good. Another unit, rather rare used, is the Audio Note Zero phono stage; it is quite good once you upgrade the coupling capacitors. The Audio Note is a moving magnet phono stage so you would require a transformer step up device.
plinko OP
256 posts
 
I have a project phono box now but looking for improvement. I like it though. I think I'm looking for a one box solution and MC ability in the future.

Anyone try both the Black Cube SE and the Dynavector?
dlwask
270 posts
 
I am running the Black Cube SE now with a Dynavector Karat cartridge. I think its a good match, but I admit I've not heard every combo in this price range. I am curious to try the P75, and I eventually will, just to see if any synergies exist and to hear what the PE enhanced mode is all about.

As to the sophistication and price levels, I think the power supply of the SE is where the money goes.
asonicyouth
120 posts
 
I have tried both and prefer the dynavector hands down, lets you hear so much more
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