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Art Audio Vinyl one vs Sutherland PhD

Looking to upgrade my phono stage. Currently using a Lehman Black cube ( the old model) with a Scout TT and ZYX R100 Yatra Cartridge (a fantastic Cartridge).
I've read good reviews of both the PhD and Vinyl one. I think they are about the same general price point, maybe under $2000 used. Any thoughts?
oddmorning
bucketjr
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If your familiar with a soldering iron try k&k's phono kit. It is a close cousin to Art Audio's Reference.http://www.kandkaudio.com/phonostage.html and http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/artaudio6/vinylreference.html or have them build it for you.
david12
1,454 posts
 
I agree about the K&k, a near match to the Vinyl reference at $1500 against $4500 for the Art Audio, built by the same designer. It is quiet, detailed, excellent RFI rejection(a perpetual problem for me) and cheaper than both the units you mention. As an aside, Kevin will get the kit built for you for a total cost of about $1950
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ozzy62
3,120 posts
 
Another vote for the K&K. I have had mine for over three years now and absolutely love it. And you won't find a better person to deal with than Kevin Carter. He is a true genius and all around nice guy.

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