need info on phono pre......... CHEAP


Hi all,
I am in need of a good entry level phono stage as my pre-amp is only line level, it will be paired up with a somewhat modest table and a Clear Audio Aurum Beta S cartridge, I was looking into the Bellari tube unit, or the NAD, or used cheap options. My financial situation limits my ability to purchase moderate priced options but all the same I would hope that acceptable performance could be found without a high investment, any help would be appreciated....thanks Chad
chadnliz
thanks alot guys, a few great ideas for me to ponder for sure...you guys always are great!
Check out the Bellari at 199 at the Needle Doctor..it has a nice little tube to give you some tube sound..supposedly excellent for the price
The Redgum from Australia makes a beautiful sounding phono pre in a little box. It's adjustable MM or MC. See Quest for Sound an audiogon dealer. He give you a good deal also carries Lehman Black Box.
The Music Hall Phono pak is worth having - does MM and MC. They can be found for less than $100 used. The Belari is also decent for the $. If you contact Belari directly they have 'B' stock units with full warranty for a significant discount - about $130 I think. It has some nice features like adjustable gain, and a mute switch.